Question 21

(Multiple Choice)

Keystone species


A)have little effect on trophic interactions in the community.
B)are usually one of the larger species in the community.
C)exert a strong influence on the community because of population size and their ecological niche.
D)exert a strong influence on the community, not necessarily because of population size, but because of their critical ecological role in the community.
E)can be removed from some communities without drastic effects on the community.

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