Green Warrior Class 5 Life On Land

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A "Green Warrior" notices a new type of fast-growing weed in the local park that is killing all the native flowers. This is called an "Invasive Species." Why are these species so dangerous?

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A They are usually poisonous to touch.
B They have no natural predators in the new area, so they grow out of control and steal all the light and water.
C They only grow during the night when people are sleeping.
D They turn the soil into plastic.

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Answer: B. They have no natural predators in the new area, so they grow out of control and steal all the light and water.

Answer: (B)
Simple Explanation: In their original home, insects or animals might eat these plants to keep them in check. In a new place, nothing eats them, so they act like "bullies" and take over the whole garden.

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A "Green Warrior" notices a new type of fast-growing weed in the local park that is killing all the native flowers. This is called an "Invasive Species." Why are these species so dangerous?

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