Land Use Changes and Exotic Species Introductions Tend to Have

question 52

Multiple Choice

Land use changes and exotic species introductions tend to have the impact of

• A)favoring K-selected species.
• B)creating a dynamic equilibrium in species populations.
• C)reducing the area covered by ecotones.
• D)reducing biodiversity.

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