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Which statement best describes a keystone species and why it matters? (1 point)
It is an organism the ecosystem needs to stay balanced.
It is a species that was recently brought to a new area.
It is an organism that eats only plant-eating animals.
It is the most common producer or consumer in the ecosystem.
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Answer: It is an organism the ecosystem needs to stay balanced.
Explanation: A keystone species has a disproportionately large effect on its ecosystem relative to its abundance—its presence helps maintain community structure and biodiversity. Removing it can cause major changes or collapse (trophic cascades).
Explanation: A keystone species has a disproportionately large effect on its ecosystem relative to its abundance—its presence helps maintain community structure and biodiversity. Removing it can cause major changes or collapse (trophic cascades).
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