Question

what best describes why the green revolution’s reliance on monoculture can hurt biodiversity? monocultures rely on one crop, making them extra susceptible to disease and predators monocultures spread disease to human populations monocultures can result in genetic mutations which hurt surrounding communities

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option: Monocultures involve growing a single crop. A single - crop system has less genetic diversity within the agricultural ecosystem. Pests and diseases that target that specific crop can spread easily because there are no other plant species to act as a buffer or to disrupt the pest/disease life cycle. This lack of diversity makes the monoculture system more vulnerable to disease and predators, and over time, this can lead to a reduction in biodiversity as the single - crop system may outcompete or displace other plant species and the associated organisms that depend on them.
• The second option: Monocultures spreading disease to human populations is not directly related to the impact on biodiversity. Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms. The spread of disease to humans is a human health concern, not a biodiversity concern.
• The third option: Monocultures do not typically result in genetic mutations that hurt surrounding communities in a way that is related to biodiversity. Genetic mutations in the context of monocultures are not the primary reason for the negative impact on biodiversity. The main issue is the lack of species diversity in the monoculture system.

Answer:

The correct option is: Monocultures rely on one crop, making them extra susceptible to disease and predators