Question

environmental factors can have various effects on ecosystems. in august 2005, hurricane katrina caused significant damage in several states along the gulf coast, including alabama, mississippi, and louisiana. thousands of people were evacuated from their homes due to flooding and other damage caused by the storm. what environmental impact would hurricane katrina not have caused?
○ early onset of spring
○ change in marine ecosystems
○ change in animal migration
○ change in habitats

Explanation:

Hurricanes like Katrina impact marine ecosystems (e.g., storm surges, sediment disruption), animal migration (due to habitat destruction forcing movement), and habitats (flooding, wind damage). The early onset of spring is related to seasonal climate shifts (e.g., temperature, daylight) and not directly caused by a hurricane.

Answer:

A. early onset of spring