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#Question id: 12245


The graph above illustrates a simplified description of the effect of disturbance on species diversity. Which of the following best explains the graph?

#Unit 10. Ecological Principles
  1. Productivity is enhanced at intermediate levels of disturbance. 
  2. Stabilizing selection occurs at intermediate levels of disturbance.
  3. The interaction of physical factors and biological competition increases diversity at intermediate levels of disturbance.
  4. Directional selection is enhanced by increased disturbance