Tropical Species May Be Especially Vulnerable to Increased Temperature Because

Question

Tropical species may be especially vulnerable to increased temperature because
A) they are already near their thermal limit.
B) they are less adaptable than temperate and arctic species.
C) there are no higher elevations to which species can move.
D) increased temperature will lead to higher rainfall.
E) none of the above

Accepted Answer

Tropical species are often already living near their thermal limits, so even a small increase in temperature can push them beyond their tolerance levels, making them particularly vulnerable.