Question

which of the following countries (as discussed in class) experiences a decline in their fishing industry during el nino?
a united states
b china
c ecuador
d peru

Explanation:

El Niño events cause changes in ocean temperatures and currents, which significantly impact the fishing industry in Peru. During El Niño, the upwelling of nutrient - rich water off the coast of Peru is disrupted, leading to a decline in fish populations and thus a decline in the fishing industry. The United States, China, and Ecuador do not experience such a significant and direct decline in their fishing industries during El Niño as Peru does.

Answer:

D. Peru