The Fragility of the Desert Ecosystem Is Indicated by

question 54

Multiple Choice

The fragility of the desert ecosystem is indicated by

• A) the high growth rate of plants
• B) moderate species diversity
• C) abundant groundwater
• D) long recovery time from disturbance
• E) all of these except the high growth rate of plants

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