I WONDER - How Do Heat Waves Impact The Environment?

Prolonged extreme heat negatively impacts the environment by causing droughts, wildfires, and damage to ecosystems. It accelerates water evaporation, leading to scarcity for humans and wildlife. High temperatures also stress plants and trees, making them more vulnerable to pests and diseases.

What are some environmental consequences of prolonged extreme heat?

• Increased rainfall

• Droughts and wildfires

• Cooling of the atmosphere

• Growth of ice caps

How do heat waves affect water sources?

• They have no effect on water

• They increase water levels

• They lead to quicker evaporation

• They cause water to freeze

What is a consequence of water scarcity caused by heat waves?

• Abundance of water for wildlife

• Water scarcity for humans and wildlife

• Increased water supply for agriculture

• No impact on water availability

What happens to plants and trees during high temperatures?

• They become more susceptible to pests and diseases

• They produce more fruit

• They grow faster

• They become more resistant to pests

Why are plants and trees more vulnerable during extreme heat?

• They receive more sunlight

• They are stressed by high temperatures

• They have more water

• They are less exposed to pests