AP Environmental Scienceeasymcq1 pt
Monocropping increases risk because
A.one pest or disease can wipe out the entire crop
B.it increases genetic diversity
C.it eliminates all pests
D.it needs no fertilizer
Explanation
Core Concept
Genetic uniformity across vast fields gives pathogens a single target — the Irish potato famine scaled up.
Correct Answer
Aone pest or disease can wipe out the entire crop
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