Ecosystems Services Include Processes That Increase the Quality of the Abiotic

question 29

Multiple Choice

Ecosystems services include processes that increase the quality of the abiotic environment.Which of the following processes would not fall under this category?

• A)Keystone predators have a marked effect on species diversity.
• B)Green plants produce the oxygen we breathe.
• C)The presence of land plants builds soil.
• D)The presence of diverse wetlands helps in flood control.

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Definitions:

Early Adulthood

The life stage typically ranging from ages 20 to 40, characterized by increased independence, responsibility, and personal development.

Heredity and Environment

The dual factors that influence an individual's development and characteristics; heredity refers to genetic inheritance, while the environment encompasses all external factors.

Cultural Practices

These are the patterns of behavior accepted by a society that reflect the beliefs, customs, and traditions of its people.

Behavioral Similarity

The degree to which individuals in a group exhibit the same behaviors or patterns of action.