A study demonstrates that biodiversity is important to maintaining the health of an ecosystem.
"[C]ontroversy has raged over whether Earth's diversity of species is fundamental to the stable functioning of the planet's ecosystems.Now, a study has produced strong evidence that biodiversity does increase the health and productivity of an ecosystem. And, in a sneak peek at what the world could be like in 2050, researchers have demonstrated that preserving more species could provide a greater natural cushion against environmental insults."
Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan
Read the full story: Study of Plants Makes a Case for Biodiversity
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