Single Answer MCQ
Q-00014265

Why are keystone species important in ecology?

1

They are abundant in numbers.

2

They provide habitat for other species.

3

They play a critical role in maintaining the structure of an ecosystem.

4

They occur in every ecosystem.

Answer and Solution

Answer

C. They play a critical role in maintaining the structure of an ecosystem.

Solution:

Keystone species are vital for maintaining the structure and function of an ecosystem, as their removal can lead to significant changes or collapse.

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