Read the article on the impact of Phenological Changes on Trophic Dynamics. 2. Why is this mismatch occurring (please use details), and describe how this positively and negatively impact the bears? How could this positively and negatively impact the salmon? How could this positively and negatively impact the elderberry

Read the article on the impact of Phenological Changes on Trophic Dynamics. 2. Why is this mismatch occurring (please use details), and describe how this positively and negatively impact the bears? How could this positively and negatively impact the salmon? How could this positively and negatively impact the elderberry

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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Chapter42: Ecosystems

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Problem 3SA: Organisms at the first trophic level ________. a. capture energy from a nonliving source b. are...

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