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Which of the following organic compounds is most likely to exhibit the greatest species richness in a given ecosystem?
A
A diverse mixture of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes
B
A complex array of aromatic compounds
C
A wide variety of functional groups including alcohols, ketones, and carboxylic acids
D
A homogeneous collection of saturated hydrocarbons
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Understand the concept of species richness: In ecology, species richness refers to the number of different species represented in an ecological community, landscape, or region. It is a measure of biodiversity.
Consider the chemical diversity: Organic compounds with a wide variety of functional groups are more likely to support diverse biological processes and interactions, leading to greater species richness.
Analyze the options: A diverse mixture of alkanes, alkenes, and alkynes offers some variety, but they are primarily hydrocarbons with limited functional group diversity.
Evaluate aromatic compounds: Aromatic compounds can be complex, but they are a specific class of compounds with similar structures, which may not support as much diversity as a variety of functional groups.
Identify the most diverse option: A wide variety of functional groups, such as alcohols, ketones, and carboxylic acids, provides a broad range of chemical properties and reactivity, supporting a more diverse ecosystem and thus greater species richness.
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