Jorge is studying a pond ecosystem in his neighborhood. The pond is home to a variety of plant and animal species, as well as a stop for birds that migrate through the region.
One summer, heavy rains wash an unusual amount of fertilizer into the pond. Jorge observes the algae population growing rapidly, and quickly algae cover the pond's surface. Several weeks later, many fish and other animals die in the pond. However, within two years, the algae population has returned to its previous size, as have the populations of all the ecosystem members.
Jorge's observations provide the strongest evidence for which of the following conclusions about the pond?
A. The pond ecosystem has very high biodiversity that protects it from invasive species.
B. The pond ecosystem is resilient to changes in many abiotic and biotic factors.
C. The pond ecosystem can withstand only certain levels of algal growth.
D. The pond ecosystem may change over time, but its species will continue living there indefinitely.
