Unit 2.5: Natural Disruptions to Ecosystems

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Natural Disruptions

a natural event that disrupts the structure and function of an ecosystem

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Periodic Disturbances

occurs with regular frequency

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Episodic Disturbances

occasional events with irregular frequency

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Random Disturbances

no regular frequency

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Natural Climate Change

Earth’s climate has changed over geologic time for various reasons, also causing sea level to rise and fall as land-based glacial ice melts and forms

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Migration

wildlife may travel to a new habitat as a result of habitat disruptions

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Habitat Disruptions

major environmental disturbances will result in widespread habitat changes and/or loss