-The figure shows the results of an experiment where sea stars were removed from communities. What is the effect of sea stars on barnacle A?
A)When sea stars are present, the relative abundance of barnacle A is lower compared to when sea stars are absent.
B)When sea stars are present, the relative abundance of barnacle A is higher compared to when sea stars are absent.
C)When sea stars are present, the species richness of barnacle A is lower compared to when sea stars are absent.
D)When sea stars are present, the species richness of barnacle A is higher compared to when sea stars are absent.

Question

-The figure shows the results of an experiment where sea stars were removed from communities. What is the effect of sea stars on barnacle A?
A)When sea stars are present, the relative abundance of barnacle A is lower compared to when sea stars are absent. 
B)When sea stars are present, the relative abundance of barnacle A is higher compared to when sea stars are absent. 
C)When sea stars are present, the species richness of barnacle A is lower compared to when sea stars are absent. 
D)When sea stars are present, the species richness of barnacle A is higher compared to when sea stars are absent.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sea stars are predators that control the population of barnacle A, leading to a lower relative abundance of barnacle A when sea stars are present.

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