Climate and Change in Ecosystems – Flashcards

Climate warming trends allow plant and insect species to inhabit larger ranges. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Ecosystems change when _______. a. living components of an ecosystem change b. nonliving components of an ecosystem change c. their stability is disrupted d. all of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Environmental factors can have various effects on ecosystems. In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina caused significant damage in several states along the Gulf Coast, including Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes due to flooding and other damage caused by the storm. What environmental impact would Hurricane Katrina not have caused?

How does change to an ecosystem that results in succession benefit the ecosystem? a. it leads to an increased level of biodiversity b. it leads to decreased productivity c. it ends symbiosis between organisms d. it allows ecosystems to operate independently of each other Please select the best answer from the choices provided

How does an early onset of spring through climate change affect plants? a. their growing and flowering season starts earlier and is longer b. their growing and flowering season starts later and is longer c. their growing and flowering season starts earlier and is shorter d. their growing and flowering season starts later and is shorter Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Succession occurs when environmental factors affecting an ecosystem change. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What effect can fertilizer runoff have on an aquatic ecosystem? a. increased plant growth leading to a decrease in fish populations b. increased plant growth leading to an increase in fish populations c. decreased plant growth leading to a decrease in fish populations d. decreased plant growth leading to an increase in fish populations Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What is a possible consequence of climate change to species that have a narrow temperature tolerance range? a. extinction b. decreased population c. changes in migratory patterns d. all of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Pollution is the only way that humans can cause changes to ecosystems. Please select the best answer from the choices provided