Question

which of the following is an example of ecological restoration? choose 1 answer: a allowing plants to regrow naturally in an abandoned mining area. b measuring water ph levels in a polluted river. c planting native grass species in an abandoned farmland area.

Explanation:

To determine the example of ecological restoration, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Allowing plants to regrow naturally in an abandoned mining area is natural succession, not active restoration.
• Option B: Measuring water pH levels is monitoring, not restoration.
• Option C: Planting native grass species in abandoned farmland actively restores the ecosystem by reintroducing native flora, which is ecological restoration.

Answer:

C. Planting native grass species in an abandoned farmland area.