Humans Often Seek to Maintain Ecosystems in Early Successional Stages

question 72

Essay

Humans often seek to maintain ecosystems in early successional stages. Why do they do this and what are the implications?

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Definitions:

Basic Accounting Equation

Assets = Liabilities + Stockholders’ Equity.

Assets

Resources owned by a business or individual that have economic value and can be converted into cash.

Liabilities

Financial obligations owed by a business to others, such as loans, accounts payable, mortgages, deferred revenues, or bonds.

Common Shares

Equity securities that represent ownership interests in a corporation, entitling holders to dividends and voting rights depending on the number of shares held.