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.

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

A hurricane destroys a coral reef.

Answer 1

A micro-effect on biodiversity typically refers to a localized change that impacts a specific ecosystem or population rather than broader, systemic changes.

In this case, the factor that would be considered a micro-effect is: A stand of aspen trees dies and decays, leaving a clearing in the forest.

This event would primarily affect the local ecosystem where the aspen trees were, rather than causing widespread changes to biodiversity at a larger scale, such as an invasive species introduction or a hurricane event.