How Does Island Biogeography Apply to Ecosystems Other Than Islands

Multiple Choice

How does island biogeography apply to ecosystems other than islands?

A) Relatively rare ecosystems such as coastal areas are more stable if they have high species diversity
B) Habitats that are large and close to development are more adversely affected than smaller fragmented habitats
C) Habitat fragmentation has formed islands of habitat in "oceans" of development
D) Along with islands in oceans and lakes, the principles of island biogeography apply only to wetland areas
E) Island biogeography is only concerned with islands in oceans and lakes