Question

. Consider a palm tree plantation in the Amazon, where only one species of tree is cultivated. What changes would this kind of low biodiversity bring to an ecosystem? Check all that apply.



A.
increased competition for fewer food sources

B.
organisms that are less suited to changes in the environment

C.
easier reproduction for organisms

D.
a higher economic value

Answer 1

In a palm tree plantation with low biodiversity, the following changes to the ecosystem would likely occur:

A. **increased competition for fewer food sources** - This is likely true, as fewer species would mean that any resources (like nutrients, light, and space) would be in higher demand among the palms and any associated organisms.

B. **organisms that are less suited to changes in the environment** - This is also true. Low biodiversity can lead to ecosystems that are more vulnerable to environmental changes or stressors, as there are fewer species that can adapt to changes.

C. **easier reproduction for organisms** - This statement is somewhat ambiguous. While it might be easier for the palm trees themselves to reproduce in a monoculture since they are all the same species, it does not necessarily apply to other organisms in the ecosystem, which may struggle due to lack of variety.

D. **a higher economic value** - This may be true in some contexts, as monocultures can be economically efficient for production and harvesting, but it does not necessarily correlate with ecological health or sustainability.

Based on the analysis, the applicable options are **A and B**.