Would a long-term increase in the average temperature of a region be considered a significant disturbance in the ecosystem?(1 point)

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Yes, because such a change could have a large-scale impact on wildlife.
Yes, because such a change could have a large-scale impact on wildlife.

Yes, because any slight change in temperature is considered a disruption.
Yes, because any slight change in temperature is considered a disruption.

No, because increases and decreases in average temperatures are normal.
No, because increases and decreases in average temperatures are normal.

No, because it would not create large-scale changes in the environment.

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Yes, because such a change could have a large-scale impact on wildlife.

A long-term increase in average temperature can lead to significant disturbances in ecosystems, affecting species distribution, reproduction, and interactions, as well as altering habitat conditions.