"NASA Measures Death of Glaciers"

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by Catherine Woods

In 1850, Glacier National Park had 150 living glaciers — that’s six times more than it has now. Since at least that time, glaciers there have been declining. But 50 years ago, the rate of decline jumped and the number of glaciers in the park took a nosedive. The situation has become increasingly bleak with time. The snow is melting faster, forcing bears and birds to adapt to new food patterns. Less snow through July and August means warmer waters, which hurts endangered species like the bull trout and the meltwater stonefly.



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What type of meaning does the word endangered have in this paragraph?

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In the context of the paragraph, the word "endangered" refers to a species that is at risk of extinction or facing significant threats to its survival. Specifically, it highlights the vulnerability of the bull trout and the meltwater stonefly due to environmental changes, such as the faster melting of snow and warmer water temperatures that negatively impact their habitats.