The Town of Thistle in Utah Was Submerged by a Lake

question 60

Multiple Choice

The town of Thistle in Utah was submerged by a lake formed by

• A) excessive rainfall.
• B) a dam formed by a lava flow from a volcano.
• C) a dam formed by a landslide.
• D) a human-made dam.

Recognize the role of keystone, foundation species, and ecosystem engineers in shaping community structure.

Appreciate the complexities of ecosystem responses to environmental changes, including climate change and human activities.

Understand the effects of human-induced stresses on ecosystems, particularly in sensitive habitats like estuaries.

Comprehend the importance of species diversity in community stability and ecosystem function.