Question

how does change to an ecosystem that results in succession benefit the ecosystem?
a. it leads to an increased level of biodiversity
b. it leads to decreased productivity
c. it ends symbiosis between organisms
d. it allows ecosystems to operate independently of each other

please select the best answer from the choices provided

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Ecosystem succession (both primary and secondary) typically leads to a more complex community with more species, increasing biodiversity. This is a known benefit of succession.
• Option b: Succession usually increases productivity as the ecosystem becomes more stable and diverse, so this is incorrect.
• Option c: Succession does not end symbiosis; in fact, new symbiotic relationships can form as the ecosystem changes, so this is wrong.
• Option d: Ecosystems are interconnected, and succession does not make them operate independently. This is also incorrect.

Answer:

A. It leads to an increased level of biodiversity