Human modified Ecosystems - Environment & Biodiversity

Q.  Which of the following statement/s is/are correct regarding human modified ecosystems?

1) Even if they are Human modified ecosystems, they depend on solar energy.
2) Human modified Ecosystems are complex and unstable.
- Published on 28 Aug 15

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both 1 and 2
d. None of the above

ANSWER: None of the above
 
Human modified ecosystems may or may not depend on solar energy e.g. in an industry energy is provided in the form of fossil fuel or electricity or both. They are highly simplified, have low species diversity and are highly unstable. Some examples of human modified ecosystems are: Agro-ecosystems, Plantation forests, Urban ecosystems, Rural ecosystems, Aquaculture, Industrial areas, Laboratory cultures, etc.

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