As globalization proceeds, as we become more mobile, and as our societies become more interconnected, more people are transporting plants and animals among regions, nations, and continents. of the many non-native species introduced, some become invasive and spread, displacing native flora and fauna. invasive species are exerting ever-greater impacts on our natural communities and societies. , we can take steps to prevent introductions, control the spread of invasives, and even eradicate certain exotic species.
the following answers for the causes and consequences features are examples and are not intended to represent a comprehensive list. in addition, the sequence of items is not meant to connote relative importance.
sort the examples below into the appropriate bin. think about which factors contribute to the spread of invasive species (causes), the consequences that result from the spread of invasive species, and possible solutions.
a. economic costs for control and removal of invasives
b. decline of native organisms due to competition with invasives
c. improved manual or chemical control measures
d. increased global transport and mobility
e. favorable conditions for invasives due to climate change
f. stricter policies aimed at ballast water dumping and other particulars
g. change in community structure and function
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