Fire suppression by humans
A) will always result in an increase in species diversity in a given biome.
B) can change the species composition within biological communities.
C) will result ultimately in sustainable production of increased amounts of forest products for human use.
D) is necessary for the protection of threatened and endangered forest species.
E) is a management goal of conservation biologists to maintain the healthy condition of forest communities.

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Fire suppression can change the species composition within biological communities, as certain species may thrive without the presence of fire while others may not. However, it may also lead to an increase in fuel accumulation and ultimately more destructive fires in the future.

Fire Suppression by Humans