One Disadvantage of Monoculture Is That

question 82

Multiple Choice

One disadvantage of monoculture is that

• A) the whole crop ripens at the same time.
• B) genetic uniformity makes a crop more vulnerable to a new pest or disease.
• C) it predominantly uses vegetative propagation.
• D) most grain crops self-pollinate.
• E) it allows for the cultivation of large areas of land.

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