Understanding Decomposition and Climate Change

The video discusses how climate change affects natural decomposition processes, focusing on arthropods and their role in breaking down organic material. It highlights how temperature changes can impact these processes, with some species thriving and others struggling. The video also explores the potential consequences of slowed decomposition, such as increased wildfire risk and nutrient loss. It concludes with a call to action to support climate initiatives.

What is the primary role of Wren as mentioned in the video?

• A website that funds climate crisis projects.

• A news outlet for climate-related stories.

• A platform for learning about climate change.

• A social media site for environmentalists.

How does climate change affect the decomposition process?

• It makes decomposition faster for all organisms.

• It stops decomposition entirely.

• It has no effect on decomposition.

• It complicates the process, affecting different organisms differently.

Which arthropod is mentioned as being less active during hot temperatures?

• Blowfly larvae

• Caddisfly larvae

• Black field ants

• Springtails

What happens to blowfly larvae in warmer temperatures?

• They develop slower.

• They stop developing.

• They develop faster.

• They develop at the same rate.

Why do caddisfly larvae compete more in hot weather?

• Because they are less efficient eaters.

• Because there is more food available.

• Because they are more active.

• Because they need more food due to higher metabolism.

What effect does increased mite predation have on springtails?

• Springtails eat more fungi and bacteria.

• Springtails eat less fungi and bacteria.

• Springtails become more active.

• Springtails stop decomposing.

What is a potential consequence of slower decomposition in some areas?

• Increased biodiversity.

• Improved soil nutrients.

• Decreased risk of wildfires.

• Accumulation of leaf litter.

How might changes in species composition affect biodiversity?

• It has no effect on biodiversity.

• It always increases biodiversity.

• It can have a profound impact on biodiversity.

• It always decreases biodiversity.

What is a key takeaway regarding the impact of climate change on small creatures?

• They are crucial for maintaining ecological balance.

• They play an unimportant role in ecosystems.

• They are unaffected by climate change.

• They only affect large animals like polar bears.

What is one way individuals can contribute to combating the climate crisis according to the video?

• By reducing water usage.

• By planting trees in their backyard.

• By ignoring the problem.

• By calculating and offsetting their carbon footprint.