Multiple choice

Why is biodiversity important to a marine ecosystem?

  1. Larger species can help protect smaller species from predators.

  2. Fish have a greater variety of food so they will want to stay.

  3. Diversity means a better chance of surviving outside threats.

  4. Greater diversity means an ecosystem will grow larger.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Biodiversity increases the resilience of an ecosystem, meaning it is better able to recover from disturbances and withstand environmental changes or outside threats.

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