Question

PLEASE HELP! Scientists performed studies on mussels and clams. They placed these different species in fresh water that had contaminants commonly found in agricultural runoff and human and animal waste. Within a few days, the mussels and clams had removed the majority of the contaminants. How do these findings relate to ecosystem services in natural environments?

A.
Introducing new species of mussels and clams will help reduce erosion and runoff into rivers.

B.
Increasing the biodiversity of mussels and clams in freshwater ecosystems will improve water quality.

C.
Growing mussels and clams in rivers will provide humans with a steady source of food.

D.
Using a single species of mussel or clam will remove greenhouse gasses from the atmosphere.

Answer 1

B

Step-by-step explanation:

Biodiversity basically means to increase the value or in this case, species of the mussels and clams so that they can improve water quality. Improving the water quality would be a service to the ecosystem. Therfore, I believe the answer is B.

Answer 2

The answer is B I belive, hope this helps