Science Common Sense


325 - How do changes in the environment affect living organisms?

Changes in the environment can affect living organisms in many ways.

  1. Food Availability: If there's no food, organisms might starve.
  2. Water Availability: If there's no water, organisms can die of thirst.
  3. Temperature: Extreme temperatures can be too hot or too cold for organisms to live.
  4. Air Quality: Bad air quality can make it hard for organisms to breathe.
  5. Habitat Loss: If their home is destroyed, organisms have nowhere to live.

For example, if a polar bear's icy home melts due to climate change, it might struggle to find food and a place to live.