Question

which of the following is not a benefit of wildfires to ecosystems?
a. habitat loss
b. underbrush reduction
c. new growth
d. plant regeneration

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

Underbrush reduction clears excess vegetation, reducing future fire risk and freeing resources. New growth and plant regeneration are natural recovery processes that boost ecosystem diversity after wildfires. Habitat loss, however, displaces species and disrupts ecosystems, which is a harmful outcome, not a benefit.

Answer:

A. habitat loss