13. High elevations are cooler than lower elevations. Knowing this, what are the consequencesof global warming for the following species living at the top of a mountain? Briefly explain youranswers Ta mouse: it will either adapt or die because, in order for them to survive on top ofthe mountain, the temperature must be colda.b.a bird:c. a plant that relies on mammals to distribute its seeds:d.a plant that relies on wind to distribute its seeds:

Global warming and associated climate change is an important scene in the world today. Global…

13. High elevations are cooler than lower elevations. Knowing this, what are the consequences of global warming for the following species living at the top of a mountain? Briefly explain your answers a mouse it will either adapt or die because, in order for them to survive on top of the mountain, the temperature must be cold a. b. a bird: C. a plant that relies on mammals to distribute its seeds: d. a plant that relies on wind to distribute its seeds:

13. High elevations are cooler than lower elevations. Knowing this, what are the consequences of global warming for the following species living at the top of a mountain? Briefly explain your answers a mouse it will either adapt or die because, in order for them to survive on top of the mountain, the temperature must be cold a. b. a bird: C. a plant that relies on mammals to distribute its seeds: d. a plant that relies on wind to distribute its seeds:

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter55: Biodiversity And Conservation Biology

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