Question

What is a possible cause for a decrease in ecosystem productivity?

Answer 1

The possible cause for a decrease in ecosystem productivity is : B. a decrease of the biodiversity o an ecosystem

Decrease in biodiversity means that there will be less organisms that support each other to maintain the balance in the ecosystem, which eventually decrease its productivity

Answer 2

Answer:

b) a decrease of the biodiversity of an ecosystem.

Explanation:

A loss and deterioration of habitats is the main cause of the loss of biodiversity. Transforming jungles, forests, bushes, mangroves, etc., into agricultural fields, farms, dams, and urban areas destroys the natural habitat of the species. Such transformation is often not complete, however, it causes deterioration in the composition, structure, or function of ecosystems, which directly impacts native species.