In the studies by Hacker and Gaines in a New England salt marsh, the presence of Juncus was shown to _______ species diversity, especially in the _______ intertidal zone.
A) increase; high
B) increase; middle
C) decrease; high
D) decrease; middle

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The presence of Juncus was shown to increase species diversity, particularly in the middle intertidal zone, by providing a more suitable habitat and reducing environmental stress.

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