Question

1. Which of the following most accurately complete the statement below -

An increase in biodiversity result in
A. More competition for abiotic factors
B. Less competition for biotic factors
C. An increase in the sustainability of an ecosystem
D. A decrease in the sustainability of an ecosystem

Answer 1

The correct answer is - C. An increase in the sustainability of an ecosystem.

Step-by-step explanation:

Biodiversity is the variety of different biological species and populations on the earth or in an ecosystem. Biodiversity helps in maintaining health by providing food and other resources. Higher biodiversity healthier the earth.

Sustainability is the ability to maintain the ecological process and its structure and function in case of external stress for a longer time. The more sustainability of an ecosystem the healthier the ecosystem. The biodiversity of an ecosystem provides sustainability to the ecosystem. An increase in biodiversity will lead to a more sustainable ecosystem.