A study published in the scientific journal PLOS-One in 2008 found that if insects were not available, the cost to pollenate all fruit crops in just one region of South Africa would be over $350 million. This shows the for this ecosystem service.

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The correct answer is "replacement cost" because the study quantifies the monetary amount it would cost to replace the pollination services provided by insects if they were not available, highlighting the economic value of this ecosystem service.

A Study Published in the Scientific Journal PLOS-One in 2008