A Powerful Ice Storm in 1998 Felled a Large Proportion

question 52

Multiple Choice

A powerful ice storm in 1998 felled a large proportion of trees across much of northern New England, New York State, and southeast Canada. Although the storm led to declines in abundance for many species of birds, it created opportunities for other bird species. With regard to its effects on the abundance of bird species, the 1998 storm would be considered a

• A) biotic feature of the environment.
• B) facilitator.
• C) disturbance event.
• D) dispersal event.

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Definitions:

Opportunities

Circumstances or situations that make it possible to do something, often leading to personal growth or achievement.

Consequences

The outcomes or results that follow from actions or decisions, often considered in the context of behavior and choice.

Governmental Deviance

Refers to actions or policies by government entities or representatives that go against the moral, ethical, or legal standards expected of them.

Causes

The reasons or explanations behind an event, situation, or condition's occurrence.