Can the data collected during this lab exercise be used to study the effects of disturbance?
No, the data are only one “snapshot” of productivity in these communities.
No, disturbances occur in real ecosystems; these plants are greenhouse-grown.
Yes, the biomass data for many communities with varying species richness, can be compared.
Yes, harvesting the plants simulates disturbance.
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