Which situation would likely be considered a stress, rather than a disturbance?
A) A tree falls in a forest
B) An entire forest is clear-cut
C) A forest is subjected to air pollution, inhibiting photosynthesis
D) A forest fire erupts and destroys a large segment of a forest
E) A construction crew builds a road through a forest

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Stress refers to a factor that inhibits the functioning of an ecosystem without necessarily destroying it. Air pollution affecting photosynthesis is an example of a stress because it impacts the forest's ability to function normally by inhibiting photosynthesis, rather than outright destroying it or significantly altering its structure.

Which Situation Would Likely Be Considered a Stress, Rather Than