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Chapter 54, Problem 54.5CR
Summary Introduction
To review: The effect of a pathogen in altering the structure of a community.
Concept introduction: Pathogens are microorganisms that cause harm (disease) to other organisms. They comprise bacteria, virus, prions and others. Pathogens play a crucial role in deciding the structure of ecological communities.
Given data:
- Pathogen.
- Keystone species.
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