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Deffense
5 days ago
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Which statement best describes a keystone species?

Biology
2 answers:
Tresset [1.6K]5 days ago
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The right answer is option d as its absence would impact many organisms in the ecosystem.

Keystone species are crucial for the ecosystem's health. If such a species were to disappear from an ecosystem, it would disrupt the ecosystem's functioning, leading to significant consequences. Therefore, keystone species are vital for the ecosystem's survival.

-BARSIC- [1.9K]5 days ago
4 0

The correct response is D. A keystone species is defined as one that other species within an ecosystem heavily rely upon, to the extent that its removal would cause a significant alteration in that ecosystem.

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