Why do moderate levels of disturbance result in an increase in community diversity?
A) Habitats are opened up for less competitive species.
B) Competitively dominant species infrequently exclude less competitive species after a moderate disturbance.
C) The resulting uniform habitat supports stability, which in turn supports diversity.
D) Less-competitive species evolve strategies to compete with dominant species.

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Moderate disturbance can create gaps or openings in the habitat, allowing less competitive species to thrive and successfully establish themselves in the community.

Why Do Moderate Levels of Disturbance Result in an Increase