Question

according to the article, what are two drawbacks of monocultures? a. monocultures are difficult to harvest. b. monocultures take many farmers to maintain. c. monocultures take a long time to produce crop yields. d. monocultures support fewer plant and animal species. e. monocultures may eventually result in smaller crop yields.

Explanation:

Monocultures reduce biodiversity as they support fewer plant and animal species. Also, continuous monoculture can deplete soil nutrients and lead to smaller crop yields over time.

Answer:

D. Monocultures support fewer plant and animal species.
E. Monocultures may eventually result in smaller crop yields.