Question

question 28 of 34
how does increased biodiversity increase the stability of a community?
a. high biodiversity increases the chances that a community will encounter an extreme disturbance.
b. high biodiversity increases the chances that a community will be able to survive a disturbance.
c. high biodiversity decreases the chances that a community will be able to survive a disturbance.
d. high biodiversity decreases the chances that a community will encounter an extreme disturbance.

Explanation:

Biodiversity provides more species - some may be better adapted to survive disturbances. A diverse community has more functional redundancy and ecological resilience, increasing survival chances during disturbances.

Answer:

B. High biodiversity increases the chances that a community will be able to survive a disturbance.