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Global Warming Impacts on Flora and Fauna

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What is one major reason many species may face extinction due to global warming?

Higher populations of apex predators

Increased competition among similar species

Increased urban development blocking migration paths (correct)

Decrease in available food sources due to flooding

How have some plants and animals already been observed to respond to warming temperatures?

By blooming and hatching earlier in the year (correct)

By forming new species

By migrating to deeper oceans

By increasing their reproductive rates

Which ecosystems are particularly at risk due to global warming?

Coral reefs and unique ecosystems with limited migration options (correct)

Temperate forests due to high biodiversity

Grasslands that cover vast areas globally

Urban ecosystems as they adapt quickly

What is the estimated percentage of species that could face extinction with a temperature increase of 2 to 3 degrees Celsius?

<p>20 to 50 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have on ocean waters?

<p>Causes ocean acidification</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Global Warming Impacts on Plants and Animals

Plants and animals are struggling to adapt to global warming.
Observed shifts include earlier blooming times for flowers and earlier hatching for birds.
Species are migrating to higher latitudes and elevations in response to warmer temperatures.
Human development often restricts migration pathways, increasing the risk of extinction.
Species in unique ecosystems, unable to migrate, are particularly vulnerable.

Projected Species Extinction

Estimating extinction rates due to global warming is challenging.
Some scientists predict 20-50% extinction with 2-3°C warming.
Certain species and ecosystems, such as specific forest types, may not adapt quickly.

Impacts on Ocean Ecosystems

Ocean ecosystems, especially coral reefs, are highly susceptible.
A single degree Celsius of warming can cause widespread coral bleaching and death.
Increasing atmospheric carbon dioxide acidifies ocean water, further damaging ecosystems.

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Explore the various ways global warming is impacting plants and animals, including shifts in blooming and hatching times, migration patterns, and the risk of extinction. Delve into the challenges faced by species in unique ecosystems and the effects on ocean ecosystems like coral reefs. This quiz provides insight into the urgent need for environmental conservation.