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“Increased diversity contributed to higher productivity”. It was stated by:
“Increased diversity contributed to higher productivity”. It was stated by:
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The study of biodiversity's impact on ecosystem productivity is a crucial aspect of ecological and environmental sciences.
Updated On: Mar 13, 2025
- Paul Ehrlich
- Alexander Von Humboldt
- Tilman
- Edward Wilson
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The Correct Option is C
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David Tilman has conducted extensive research on biodiversity and ecosystem productivity, and he has posited that greater biodiversity typically leads to increased stability and productivity in ecosystems.
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