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Angiosperms produce brightly colored blooms. Some grow sweet-smelling flowers. One type of angiosperm can have either bright purple or white flowers. Its nectar is a favorite among hummingbirds in the area.

Early one spring, there is a snowstorm where the plants are growing. There are also cold temperatures for several weeks following the storm. Predict how this would impact the plants and the hummingbirds. Select all that apply.
(5 Points)

Individual plants and hummingbirds will adapt to the sudden drop in temperature and grow as they normally would.

Individual plants will be negatively impacted by the environmental change and will not grow as tall as they normally would.

Hummingbirds will adapt to the cold and become more abundant, causing an increase in the plant population.

Hummingbirds will not be able to adapt to the cold, causing an increase in the plant population.

Hummingbirds will not be able to adapt to the cold, causing a decrease in the plant population.

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Based on the scenario presented, here are the predictions regarding the impact on the plants and hummingbirds:

  1. Individual plants will be negatively impacted by the environmental change and will not grow as tall as they normally would. - This statement is likely true as the snowstorm and subsequent cold temperatures could hinder the growth and development of the angiosperms.

  2. Hummingbirds will not be able to adapt to the cold, causing a decrease in the plant population. - This statement could also be true. If hummingbirds cannot adapt to the cold conditions, their population may decline, which would lead to decreased pollination and, potentially, a decline in the plant population over time.

The other options regarding adaptation and increased abundance of either plants or hummingbirds are less likely given the environmental stress described. Therefore, the most applicable selections are:

  • Individual plants will be negatively impacted by the environmental change and will not grow as tall as they normally would.
  • Hummingbirds will not be able to adapt to the cold, causing a decrease in the plant population.