Questions: Many organic farming methods employ nonchemical means of controlling weeds and insects. Often, these methods are not as effective, and so the trade off for being chemical-free is a lower crop yield and higher prices. In which ecosystem would expect to see greater diversity? Multiple Choice a cultivated field with pesticides a hydroponic garden (grown in a liquid medium in a greenhouse) a cultivated field with herbicides a cultivated field with organic methods

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Pesticides and herbicides are designed to kill specific organisms considered pests or weeds. Their use reduces the number of species present in a cultivated field. This decreases biodiversity.

Hydroponic gardens are typically grown in controlled environments like greenhouses. These environments have limited exposure to natural ecological interactions and are managed to favor specific crops. This limits the opportunity for diverse species to establish themselves.

Organic farming methods, by avoiding synthetic pesticides and herbicides, allow for a greater variety of species to survive. While some species might be considered "pests" from a crop yield perspective, they contribute to the overall biodiversity of the ecosystem.

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