Question

Which is an extreme disturbance to any ecosystem? (1 point)

extreme temperature change

coral bleaching

elk overgrazing

hurricanes

Answer 1

All of the options listed can act as disturbances to ecosystems, but the one that is often considered an extreme disturbance due to its intense and widespread impact is **hurricanes**. Hurricanes can cause significant destruction to habitats, change water levels, and disrupt food chains, making them an extreme form of disturbance compared to the others listed.