Refer to the Figure

question 27

Multiple Choice

Refer to the figure.
The figure shows the current level of threat faced by each biome from a variety of sources. The arrows show the direction whether the threat is decreasing, continuing, increasing, or rapidly increasing.
-Which two threats, regardless of their past effect (from low to very high) are currently showing a rapidly increasing risk in all biomes?

• A) Habitat loss and climate change
• B) Climate change and pollution (nitrogen/phosphorus)
• C) Climate change and invasive species
• D) Overexploitation and pollution (nitrogen/phosphorus)

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Definitions:

Tracheoesophageal Fistula

An abnormal connection between the trachea and the esophagus, which can lead to swallowing difficulties and respiratory problems.

Suctioning

A procedure used to remove bodily secretions from the airway by applying negative pressure through a tube.

Crohn Disease

A chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the digestive tract, causing pain, severe diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, and malnutrition.

Ulcerative Colitis

A chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by inflammation and ulcers in the lining of the colon and rectum, leading to abdominal discomfort and bleeding.