Global Warming Impact on Biodiversity
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What is one significant consequence of global warming on animal migration patterns?

  • Animals will start hibernating more.
  • Animals will migrate toward the poles and higher elevations. (correct)
  • Animals will increase their reproduction rates.
  • Animals will migrate toward the equator.
  • Which factor is most likely to complicate the migration of species due to global warming?

  • Lower competition for habitat space.
  • Human development blocking migration routes. (correct)
  • Natural disasters displacing wildlife.
  • Increase in food sources along the migratory path.
  • What percentage of species could potentially face extinction due to a 2 to 3 Celsius degree increase in temperature?

  • 50 to 80 percent
  • 30 to 70 percent
  • 10 to 25 percent
  • 20 to 50 percent (correct)
  • What is a specific risk faced by species living in unique ecosystems due to global warming?

    <p>Inability to migrate to new habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does rising carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have on ocean ecosystems?

    <p>Leads to ocean acidification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Global Warming Impact on Plants and Animals

    • Plants and animals are struggling to adapt to global warming
    • Observed changes include earlier blooming of flowers and earlier bird hatchings
    • Species are shifting locations and migration patterns in response to warmer temperatures
    • Animals will move towards poles and higher elevations
    • Plants will try to move to new, cooler habitats
    • Human development often blocks these shifts, potentially leading to extinctions
    • Species in unique ecosystems are vulnerable due to limited migration options

    Projected Species Extinction

    • Predicting extinction rates due to warming is challenging
    • Some estimations suggest 20-50% species extinction with 2-3°C warming
    • Some species and ecosystems may not adapt quickly enough
    • Certain forests and other ecosystems face potential disappearance

    Ocean Ecosystem Impacts

    • Ocean ecosystems, especially coral reefs, are at risk
    • Even 1°C warming can cause widespread coral bleaching and death
    • Increased atmospheric carbon dioxide increases ocean acidity
    • Acidification further stresses ocean ecosystems

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    This quiz explores the effects of global warming on plants and animals, including shifts in species migration and changes in ecosystems. It discusses the potential for species extinction and the vulnerability of unique ecosystems under climate change. Test your knowledge on how rising temperatures affect biodiversity and ecosystem stability.

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