HOW WATER LOSS AFFECTS BIODIVERSITY.
READ THE PASSAGE. THEN, TRACE THE ARGUMENT IN THE PASSAGE BY FILLING IN THE GRAPHIC ORGANIZER. Reason 1 and evidence; reason 2 and evidence. (in 2 sentences)
Reason 1: Water loss leads to habitat destruction, which negatively impacts biodiversity. Evidence: The passage states that as water levels decrease, wetland areas shrink, causing a loss of important habitats for various species.
Reason 2: Water loss alters the balance of ecosystems, leading to the decline or disappearance of certain species. Evidence: The passage mentions that the reduction in water availability can result in changes to the ecological niche of species, leading to population declines or even extinction.