Which of the following experiments would help to identify a keystone species?
A)Introduce more of the suspected species into the area and observe the effects on other community members.
B)Remove the suspected species from the area and observe the effects on other community members.
C)Introduce an invasive species related to the suspected species into the area and observe the effects on the suspected species.
D)Introduce additional individuals of the suspected species' food source into the area and observe the effects on community members.

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Removing the suspected keystone species and observing the effects on other community members will help to identify whether the species plays a critical role in maintaining the community structure and diversity. If the removal of the species leads to significant changes in the community, it is likely a keystone species. Therefore, this experiment is the best choice to identify a keystone species.

Which of the Following Experiments Would Help to Identify a Keystone