Freshwater native mussels are a keystone species. They keep the harmful bacteria and algae populations from exploding in addition to improving water quality through filtering. A different species of mussels has invaded this river ecosystem. Reviewing the graph above, how has the presence of the invasive mussels affected the population of native mussels?
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Responses
Due to interspecific competition, the population of native mussels has increased.
Due to interspecific competition, the population of native mussels has increased.
Due to intraspecific competition, the population of native mussels has increased.
Due to intraspecific competition, the population of native mussels has increased.
Due to interspecific competition, the population of native mussels has decreased.
Due to interspecific competition, the population of native mussels has decreased.
Due to intraspecific competition, the population of native mussels has decreased.
Due to intraspecific competition, the population of native mussels has decreased.
Due to interspecific competition, the population of native mussels has decreased.
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To determine the answer to this question, you need to analyze the graph provided. Look for any trends or patterns that might indicate the impact of the invasive mussels on the population of native mussels.
First, check if there is any correlation between the presence of invasive mussels and a change in the population of native mussels. If the invasive mussels are negatively affecting the native mussels, you would expect to see a decrease in the native mussel population when the invasive mussels are present.
Next, compare the population levels of native mussels before and after the invasion of the invasive mussels. If the population of native mussels has decreased significantly following the invasion, it suggests that there is a negative impact.
Finally, consider the potential mechanisms through which the invasive mussels could affect the native mussel population. For example, if the invasive mussels are outcompeting the native mussels for resources or habitat, it could lead to a decline in the native mussel population.
Based on your analysis, choose the response that best reflects the impact of the invasive mussels on the population of native mussels.