Question

nvironmental changes like increased temperature can stress an ecosystem. Why is this an issue with regard to invasive species?(1 point)

Responses

Ecosystems are destroyed by environmental changes, and then invasive species establish a new ecosystem, so the original organisms can never reintegrate.
Ecosystems are destroyed by environmental changes, and then invasive species establish a new ecosystem, so the original organisms can never reintegrate.

Invasive species are more easy to introduce to a stressed ecosystem.
Invasive species are more easy to introduce to a stressed ecosystem.

Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures.
Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures.

Ecosystems are unable to recover as quickly from damage due to invasive species and environmental changes.
Ecosystems are unable to recover as quickly from damage due to invasive species and environmental changes.

Answer 1

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Invasive species have a competitive advantage in stressed ecosystems, such as those experiencing increased temperature, because they are often more resilient and adaptable than native species. This can lead to a disruption in the balance of the ecosystem and further harm to native species, making it harder for the ecosystem to recover. Additionally, invasive species may outcompete native species for resources in these stressed environments, leading to a further decline in biodiversity and ecosystem health.