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Keystone species in an ecosystem are those

1. present in maximum number
2. that are most frequent
3. attaining a large biomass
4. contributing to ecosystem properties

Correct answer: contributing to ecosystem properties

Solution

Keystone species are defined by their disproportionate influence on ecosystem structure and function. They may not be the most numerous or largest, but they strongly affect ecosystem properties.

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