Emperor penguins breed on shelves of sea ice in the winter. By spring, the chicks have developed waterproof plumage and are ready to swim in the cold ocean waters. What effect might a warming climate have on the penguins? (1 point)
Responses
The chicks grow faster because of the warming temperature.
The chicks grow faster because of the warming temperature.
The sea ice melts later in the season, and the penguins have to travel farther to find food.
The sea ice melts later in the season, and the penguins have to travel farther to find food.
The sea ice freezes earlier in the winter, shifting the breeding schedule.
The sea ice freezes earlier in the winter, shifting the breeding schedule.
The sea ice melts before the chicks are ready to swim.
The sea ice melts before the chicks are ready to swim.
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I apologize for the repeated response. To clarify, a warming climate could cause the sea ice to melt earlier, potentially before the chicks have developed waterproof plumage and are ready to swim. This can have a negative impact on the penguins as they may not be able to access the ocean for food or navigate safely, impacting their survival and breeding success.
Which statement provides the best evidence to support the claim that Burmese pythons have an impact on the environment? (1 point)
Responses
Burmese pythons have no natural predators in the Everglades.
Burmese pythons have no natural predators in the Everglades.
Burmese pythons thrived in the Everglades ecosystem.
Burmese pythons thrived in the Everglades ecosystem.
Burmese pythons were first introduced to Florida as pets.
Burmese pythons were first introduced to Florida as pets.
Burmese python numbers increased, and mammal populations decreased.