How Do Environments Change

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What is a fast change to the environment?

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A fast change to the environment is a change that happens quickly, such as putting up bird houses to help bird populations.

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What is a slow change to the environment?

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A slow change to the environment takes weeks, months, or years to happen, like the melting of ice due to temperature changes over time.

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True or False: Fast environmental changes can happen in hours or days.

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True

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True or False: Slow environmental changes can happen in hours or days.

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False

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are plants or animals that are not native to an area and can cause harm to the environment.

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Give an example of an invasive species.

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Examples of invasive species include the Yuzu vine, Spotted lantern fly, and Himalayan blackberry plant.

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What is the impact of invasive species on local ecosystems?

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Invasive species can outcompete native species for resources, disrupt food chains, and alter habitats.

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What is one way to help the environment quickly?

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One way to help the environment quickly is by putting up bird houses for birds to nest in.

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What is an example of a slow environmental change?

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An example of a slow environmental change is the gradual melting of glaciers due to climate change.

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True or False: Planting trees is a fast change to the environment.

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False