Question

Volcanic eruptions can ___(1 point) Responses increase biodiversity. increase biodiversity. drastically alter the ecosystem. drastically alter the ecosystem. add nutrients to the surrounding soil. add nutrients to the surrounding soil. draw animals to the area.

Answer 1

Volcanic eruptions can **drastically alter the ecosystem**.

While eruptions can also add nutrients to the soil and potentially increase biodiversity over time, the most immediate and significant impact is the alteration of the ecosystem itself due to lava flow, ash deposition, and other volcanic activity.