As climate change progresses,species distributions
A)in the northern hemisphere,will shift northward and to higher elevations pressuring existing species and leading to extinctions.
B)will contract as plants and animals will have to adapt to new climatic conditions.
C)will stay the same because climate does not determine their locations.
D)in the northern hemisphere will shift southward as species adjust to the warmer climate.
E)will face decreased competition as the warmer temperatures mean greater resource availability for plants and animals.

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As temperatures rise, species in the northern hemisphere will shift northward and to higher elevations to adapt to cooler temperatures. This will put pressure on existing species to compete for resources and could lead to extinctions.

As Climate Change Progresses,species Distributions