The variety of different ways in which species within an ecosystem perform "jobs" that benefit the ecosystem and make it more resilient in the face of change is called ____________.
A. Ecosystem Diversity
B. Functional Diversity
C. Species Diversity
D. Genetic Diversity
E. Biological Diversity
Answer: B. Functional Diversity
Explanation:
Functional diversity can be defined as the component of the biodiversity which is concerned with the range of functions that organisms of an ecosystem perform to sustain their lives. These functionals are important for maintaining the stability in the ecosystem among the members. The organisms can change their functions depending upon the situation of the surrounding environment this is called functional adaptation.
