Species diversity is important because ____.
A) ecosystems with high levels of species diversity tend to be more stable
B) if a few species go extinct,the consequences are not that long-term
C) it ensures that there's plenty of competition for niches,resulting in fitter species
D) functional diversity is lower when species diversity is high
E) it increases ecosystem diversity

Question

​Species diversity is important because ____.
A) ​ecosystems with high levels of species diversity tend to be more stable
B) ​if a few species go extinct,the consequences are not that long-term
C) ​it ensures that there's plenty of competition for niches,resulting in fitter species
D) ​functional diversity is lower when species diversity is high
E) ​it increases ecosystem diversity

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ecosystems with high levels of species diversity tend to be more stable because different species have different roles and functions in the ecosystem, and if one species is lost, there are others that can step in and perform similar roles. This leads to greater resilience and ability to withstand disturbances or changes in environmental conditions.

​Species Diversity Is Important Because ____

Species Diversity Is Important Because ____