Question

Which analogy best captures the concept of ecological resilience? (1 point)
Responses

Ecological resilience is similar to a person washing hands regularly.
Ecological resilience is similar to a person washing hands regularly.

Ecological resilience is similar to a person taking allergy medication before feeling symptoms.
Ecological resilience is similar to a person taking allergy medication before feeling symptoms.

Ecological resilience is similar to a person recovering from the flu.
Ecological resilience is similar to a person recovering from the flu.

Ecological resilience is similar to a person coming down with a cold.

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The analogy that best captures the concept of ecological resilience is: **Ecological resilience is similar to a person recovering from the flu.**

This analogy reflects the idea that ecosystems, like individuals, can experience disturbances but have the capacity to recover and return to a state of balance. Just as a person can regain health after an illness, ecosystems can bounce back after disruptions such as natural disasters, climate change, or human impacts.