Question

which of the following best describes an example of a regulating service in camas prairie centennial marsh? choose 1 answer: a dense plant growth helps to maintain water quality by removing pollutants. b blooming common camas and waterfowl attract tourists and bird watchers. c decomposers recycle nutrients through the fundamental process of biogeochemical cycling. d indigenous communities harvest and eat the bulbs of common camas plants.

Explanation:

Regulating services of ecosystems involve processes that regulate environmental conditions (e.g., water quality, climate). Option A describes dense plant growth removing pollutants to maintain water quality, which is a regulating service. Option B is a cultural service (tourism), Option C is a supporting service (nutrient cycling), and Option D is a provisioning service (food harvest).

Answer:

A. Dense plant growth helps to maintain water quality by removing pollutants.