The Kudzu plant is an invasive species because: O It is native to East Asia but currently is found in the south eastern United States where it causes extensive environmental degradation. O It is native to south eastern United States where it is currently found and causes extensive environmental degradation. It is native to East Asia and causes extensive environmental degradation in East Asia. O It is native to East Asia and is a only found as an ornamental plant in gardens of the south eastern United States.

The Kudzu plant is an invasive species because: O It is native to East Asia but currently is found in the south eastern United States where it causes extensive environmental degradation. O It is native to south eastern United States where it is currently found and causes extensive environmental degradation. It is native to East Asia and causes extensive environmental degradation in East Asia. O It is native to East Asia and is a only found as an ornamental plant in gardens of the south eastern United States.

Human Biology (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305112100

Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan

Chapter25: Human Impacts On The Biosphere

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2CT

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