A student is investigating the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis. She observes that as light intensity increases, the rate of photosynthesis increases. Which explanation best describes how the rate of photosynthesis can affect the biodiversity of an area?
a
A low rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then deter consumer populations.
b
A high rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then attract consumer populations.
c
A low rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then attract consumer populations.
d
A high rate of photosynthesis can decrease biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then deter consumer populations.
b
A high rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then attract consumer populations.
High rates of photosynthesis provide more food and resources for producers, which in turn support more diverse populations of consumers. This increased abundance of both producer and consumer populations can lead to higher levels of biodiversity in an area.