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An ecosystem consists of the organisms in an area linked together with their physical and chemical environment. Climate change influences the productivity, distribution, diversity, and seasonality of ecosystems.

Spiny forest of Ifaty, Madagascar, featuring various baobao species, Madagascar ocotillo, and other vegetation.

Jialiang Gao, www.peace-on-earth.org

Distributions	Diversity	Productivity	Seasonality

 

 

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Colorado River water supply Last Updated on 2012-09-11 at 14:20 This curriculum module will look at the Colorado River water supply, climate issues and water extraction issues. We will study the data, the possible consequences to various... More »

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Amphibians: Tough Times for Toads and Frogs Last Updated on 2012-08-13 at 12:03 Amphibians have not fared very well in recent years. Since 1980, 32.3% of amphibious species (1,856 out of 5,743 known species) have declined in population size, 7.4% sit... More »

Agriculture II Last Updated on 2012-07-26 at 11:56 Humans began to cultivate food crops about 10,000 years ago. Prior to that time, hunter-gatherers secured their food as they traveled in the nearby environment. When they... More »

Drought in Eastern Africa Last Updated on 2012-07-12 at 10:51 More Frequent Drought Likely in Eastern Africa The increased frequency of drought observed in eastern Africa over the last 20 years is likely to continue as long as... More »

Predators: influence over habitats Last Updated on 2012-06-14 at 21:52 Study of grasshoppers' diets shows that animals are an important part of organic matter decomposition. While being hunted, prey animal diets may affect how soil releases... More »

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