Rising CO₂ Levels Have Many Effects on Earth's Ecosystems and Organisms.Which

question 120

Multiple Choice

Rising CO₂ levels have many effects on Earth's ecosystems and organisms.Which effect would have the most immediate impact on Arctic organisms?

• A) Melting sea ice
• B) Rising sea levels
• C) Increasing ocean acidity
• D) Shifting of bird ranges northward
• E) Increased coastal flooding

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Mania

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Inhibitory Synapses

Synaptic connections that decrease the likelihood of the firing action potential of a neuron, thereby reducing neural activity.

Dendritic Spines

Small, protruding structures found on the dendrites of neurons that form synaptic connections and are key to neuronal plasticity and learning.