Asked by shawda

Riparian foliage _______.
a.
provides shade and shelter
b.
increases photosynthesis of aquatic plants
c.
limits the organic matter present in rivers and streams
d.
all of the above

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
a. provides shade and shelter

Riparian foliage shades and shelters aquatic and riparian organisms. It generally reduces (not increases) light for aquatic plants and contributes organic matter (leaf litter and wood) to streams rather than limiting it.