Map of the United States shows a highlighted area encompassing much of the southwestern United States, particularly along the Rio Grande and Rockies.

Question

Which weather event would most likely take place in the ecosystem highlighted on this map?

Group of answer choices

Thunderstorm, because the ecosystem is humid and wet

Hurricane, because the ecosystem is near a coastline

Blizzard, because the ecosystem is very cold and wet

Drought, because the ecosystem is very dry

Answer 1

The highlighted area encompassing much of the southwestern United States, particularly along the Rio Grande and Rockies, is characterized by a generally dry climate. As a result, the most likely weather event to take place in this ecosystem would be:

Drought, because the ecosystem is very dry.

This region often experiences dry conditions and can be prone to drought, especially in areas with limited rainfall.