Why Are Keystone Species Important to an Ecosystem and What

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Essay

Why are keystone species important to an ecosystem and what can occur if they are removed? Use an example to explain your answer.

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Definitions:

Sensory Restriction

A method that involves limiting sensory input to the brain, which can lead to altered states of consciousness or relaxation.

Functional Blindness

A psychological condition where an individual's sight is not impaired by any observable physical eye defect, yet they are unable to see, often due to emotional or psychological reasons.

Color Constancy

A perceptual phenomenon where the perceived color of objects remains relatively constant under varying illumination conditions.

Perceptual Adaptation

The ability of the body and mind to adjust to sensory distortions or changes, allowing for maintained perception despite alterations in input.