Question

An important species of an Atlantic ocean community is the giant kelp, which helps form a suitable habitat for

fish and marine invertebrates.
Which of the following best describes the role of giant kelp in its ecosystem?
Choose 1 answer:
A dominant species
A pioneer species
A foundation species
An invasive species

Answer 1

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Answer 2

The giant kelp is a foundation species in its ecosystem.

Step-by-step explanation:

The kelp acts as a home to the fish and the marine invertebrates, so they can be best described as a foundation species, or species that make an ecosystem suitable for a group of other species.