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What is the difference between an introduced and an invasive species?(1 point)

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An introduced species is new to the ecosystem; an invasive species has been there a long time.
An introduced species is new to the ecosystem; an invasive species has been there a long time.

An introduced species is brought in on purpose; an invasive species is brought in by accident.
An introduced species is brought in on purpose; an invasive species is brought in by accident.

An introduced species is added in by humans; an invasive species enters new ecosystems on its own.
An introduced species is added in by humans; an invasive species enters new ecosystems on its own.

An introduced species is not necessarily harmful to the environment; an invasive species has a negative effect.
An introduced species is not necessarily harmful to the environment; an invasive species has a negative effect.
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An introduced species is typically brought into a new ecosystem by humans, either intentionally or unintentionally. These species may or may not have a negative impact on the new environment. In contrast, an invasive species is one that causes harm to the ecosystem it has been introduced to. These species often thrive in their new environment, outcompeting native species and disrupting the balance of the ecosystem.