Frontiers Quiz
November 1996
Why are the experimental plots that have the most species also the ones with the most growth per plant?
Click here for the answer: Researchers suggest that the species use different parts of the resources at hand. Some plants need shade, some need sun, some need dry, and some need water. Because of these varied needs, there is room for all of them to grow on the same plot.
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