Why some ecosystems thrive while others collapse under pressure
In short: This video explores why biodiversity is the critical factor that determines whether an ecosystem remains resilient or faces total collapse when environmental conditions change.
Kim Preshoff examines the vulnerability of Earth's ecosystems, noting that even seemingly permanent fixtures like jungles and coral reefs are at risk of transforming into deserts or lifeless rocks. The core of the lesson investigates how biodiversity acts as a safeguard, providing the strength necessary for ecosystems to withstand significant environmental shifts.
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