Question

Which of the following is a consequence of sedimentation to wetlands?
a.
increased biodiversity
b.
water quality improvement
c.
habitat loss
d.
decreased turbidity


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

C

Sedimentation fills and smothers wetland habitats (infilling pools, covering plants and benthic organisms), leading to habitat loss and reduced habitat complexity. It typically increases, not decreases, turbidity and generally harms biodiversity and water quality rather than improving them.