How are plants affected by an increase in thermal energy on Earth?(1 point)

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The plants release more heat.
The plants release more heat.

Plants produce more pollen.
Plants produce more pollen.

Plants grow less.
Plants grow less.

There are fewer plants growing.
There are fewer plants growing.
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Plants are affected by an increase in thermal energy on Earth in multiple ways. One significant impact is that plants may grow less or have reduced rates of photosynthesis due to increased heat stress. This can lead to decreased overall plant growth and productivity. Additionally, an increase in thermal energy can also lead to changes in weather patterns, such as increased frequencies of extreme weather events like droughts or heatwaves. These extreme conditions can further stress plants and may result in fewer plants growing in certain areas. Ultimately, the overall health and abundance of plant species can be negatively impacted by an increase in thermal energy on Earth.

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Plants grow less.