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 high rate of photosynthesis can decrease biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then deter consumer populations.
b
A low rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then deter 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 increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then attract consumer populations.
d
A high rate of photosynthesis can increase biodiversity because it allows more producer populations to survive which then attract consumer populations.
When photosynthesis rates are high, more producers are able to thrive and provide food and habitat for a variety of other organisms in the ecosystem. This can attract a diverse range of consumer populations, leading to increased biodiversity.