What are the potential consequences of Arctic ice melt on biodiversity and ecosystems? How might these changes impact global ecological balance?
Introduction
Due to global warming instigated by increase in greenhouse gases (over 430 ppm of CO2) has led to melting of Arctic ice.
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Potential consequences of Arctic ice melt:
Biodiversity:
(Eg) Polar bears have reduced to less food resourced and declining ice cover.
Ecosystem:
(Eg) Migration of some species of tropical and temperate areas to Arctic regions.
Overall, loss of biodiversity and ecosystem change will occur.
This will unfract the global ecological balance in several ways:
[Diagram showing ARCTIC region with 'weakening of upper air circulation is disrupting normal weather pattern' and connection to INDIAN OCEAN]
According to IPCE 6th AR, Arctic will have no ice in summer by 20 50.
Changes in arctic ice melt will have huge impact on global ecological balance disrupting biodiversity. Urgent actions to fulfill NDCs under Paris Agreement are necessary.
- Clear identification of causes and consequences
- Specific example of polar bears
- Links climate change to biodiversity loss
- Discusses ecosystem adaptation
Aditya Agarwal
Climate Change and Environmental Impacts
Arctic Ice Melt Consequences
Biodiversity and Ecosystem Changes
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