Question

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red sea urchins are primary consumers that feed on kelp. why does ecosystem a have a higher biodiversity than ecosystem b?

Explanation:

Ecosystem A likely has balanced predator-prey dynamics (e.g., predators controlling red sea urchin populations), preventing overgrazing of kelp. This maintains kelp habitats, supporting diverse species. Ecosystem B may lack such controls, reducing kelp and biodiversity.

Answer:

Ecosystem A has balanced predator-prey relationships controlling red sea urchin populations, maintaining kelp and supporting higher biodiversity.