Question

11/3/25 do now more niche practice
here is a venn diagram comparing some aspects of the niche of two tree species.
suppose an area experienced a multi - year drought due to climate change. (drought = a prolonged dry period)
based on the information about these trees, which tree population is more likely to be resilient and survive?
the black ash trees will suffer, but overall will be able to handle long - term drought conditions better than the american beech.
the american beech trees will suffer, but overall be able to handle long - term drought conditions better than the black ash.

Explanation:

The American Beech shows high variability and plasticity in response to short - term fluctuations in soil moisture. This trait suggests it can better adapt to the changing water availability during a multi - year drought compared to the Black Ash, which has no such noted adaptability for drought - like moisture fluctuations.

Answer:

The American Beech trees will suffer, but overall be able to handle long - term drought conditions better than the Black Ash.