Of the following factors that impact biodiversity, which one would be considered a micro-effect?(1 point)

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A stand of aspen trees dies and decays, leaving a clearing in the forest.
A stand of aspen trees dies and decays, leaving a clearing in the forest.

A forest is cleared for the construction of a suburban home division.
A forest is cleared for the construction of a suburban home division.

An invasive species of plant is introduced that outcompetes all local plants.
An invasive species of plant is introduced that outcompetes all local plants.

A hurricane destroys a coral reef.

Answer 1

Among the options provided, the factor that would be considered a micro-effect on biodiversity is:

An invasive species of plant is introduced that outcompetes all local plants.

This is because the introduction of an invasive species typically affects local ecosystems on a smaller, more localized scale, impacting specific interactions and relationships within that community. The other options (clearing a forest or a hurricane destroying a coral reef) represent broader, more extensive impacts on biodiversity.