SHORT - AND LONG-TERM ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES THAT AFFECT ORGANISM

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What are short-term environmental changes?

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Short-term environmental changes are changes that occur quickly and can affect organisms in a short period of time, such as a sudden storm, drought, or heatwave.

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What are long-term environmental changes?

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Long-term environmental changes are gradual changes that occur over a long period, such as climate change, deforestation, or the gradual shift of ecosystems.

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How do short-term changes affect organisms?

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Short-term changes can lead to immediate impacts on organisms, such as changes in food availability, habitat destruction, or increased competition.

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How do long-term changes affect ecosystems?

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Long-term changes can alter the structure and function of ecosystems, leading to shifts in species composition, loss of biodiversity, and changes in habitat.

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What is an example of a short-term environmental change?

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An example of a short-term environmental change is a flood that temporarily alters the landscape and affects local wildlife.

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What is an example of a long-term environmental change?

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An example of a long-term environmental change is global warming, which affects weather patterns and sea levels over decades.

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What is adaptation in response to environmental changes?

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Adaptation is the process by which organisms adjust to changes in their environment to survive and reproduce.

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What role does biodiversity play in environmental changes?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience, allowing ecosystems to better withstand and recover from environmental changes.

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What is habitat destruction?

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Habitat destruction is the process by which natural habitats are altered or destroyed, often due to human activities, leading to loss of species.

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How can pollution cause environmental changes?

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Pollution can introduce harmful substances into the environment, affecting air, water, and soil quality, which can harm organisms and ecosystems.