Abiotic Factors in Ecosystems

The video discusses how changes in abiotic factors like soil, air, and water can significantly impact ecosystems. It highlights the Colorado River as a case study, showing how water diversion has led to the collapse of wetland ecosystems. Pollution is also examined as a major factor affecting ecosystems and climate, threatening species diversity and stability.

What are the potential effects of altering a non-living abiotic factor like soil composition on an ecosystem?

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How did the construction of dams on the Colorado River affect the wetland ecosystem?

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What are the long-term implications of changes to the Colorado River's course on its delta ecosystem?

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In what ways does pollution impact ecosystems and species diversity?

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Why is the stability of the planet's ecosystem threatened by climate change?

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