The Kudzu vine was brought to the United States from Japan. Which of the following additional characteristics of the Kudzu vine determined that it was an invasive species?(1 point)
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it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight
it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight
it protects vulnerable grounds against wind erosion
it protects vulnerable grounds against wind erosion
it was believed to be a "miracle plant"
it was believed to be a "miracle plant"
it has no economic benefit
it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight is the characteristic of the Kudzu vine that determined it was an invasive species.
To determine which of the additional characteristics of the Kudzu vine determined that it was an invasive species, we need to consider its impact on the ecosystem.
The first characteristic mentioned is that the Kudzu vine grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight. This is a significant factor in determining its invasiveness. When the Kudzu vine grows quickly, it can quickly overtake other plants and trees, shading them from sunlight. This can lead to their decline or death, disrupting the balance of the ecosystem.
The second characteristic mentioned, that Kudzu protects vulnerable grounds against wind erosion, does not directly contribute to its classification as an invasive species. While this characteristic may have some benefits, it does not address the negative impact it has on other plant species by robbing them of sunlight.
The third characteristic mentioned, that Kudzu was believed to be a "miracle plant", does not determine its invasiveness. This characteristic speaks more to the perception or belief around the plant, rather than its actual impact on the ecosystem.
The fourth characteristic mentioned is that Kudzu has no economic benefit. Although this characteristic might be true, it is not the primary factor determining the plant's classification as an invasive species.
Therefore, the additional characteristic of the Kudzu vine that determined it to be an invasive species is that it grows rapidly, robbing other plants of sunlight.