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Oil spills have generally negative effects on any environment that it may occur in. Wildlife can be killed by the toxic makeup of oil itself, or could be so covered in it that they cannot move, eventually killing the animal by starvation or thirst. Plants can be killed by infection, and water composition is altered drastically.
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How do oil spills effect the environment?
Oil can kill millions of animals and plants. Oil spills need to be cleaned up as quickly as possible.
What is the least serious effect of oil spills?
Nothing
What is a negative effect of space travel on animals?
oil spills
How can oil spills can effect seagulls?
Why don't you ask one. ;)
What has the author Brenda L Norcross written?
Brenda L. Norcross has written: 'Injury to larval fish in Prince William Sound' -- subject(s): Fishes, Larvae, Environmental aspects of Oil spills, Effect of oil spills on, Oil spills, Oil spills and wildlife
What has the author Lynn A Griner written?
Lynn A. Griner has written: 'Effects of oil pollution on waterfowl' -- subject(s): Effect of oil spills on, Oil spills and wildlife, Waterfowl, Wildlife rescue
What is a good title science fair project about oil spills?
A good title for a science fair project about oil spills could be "The Impact of Oil Spills on Marine Ecosystems: A Study of Recovery and Remediation." This title highlights the focus on ecological effects and remediation methods, which are crucial aspects of understanding and addressing oil spills. It invites exploration of both the immediate and long-term consequences on marine life and habitats.
How does oil spills affect the lithosphere hydrosphere biosphere atmosphere?
Oil spills can contaminate the lithosphere by damaging soil and rock structures, as well as groundwater. In the hydrosphere, spills can lead to water pollution, which harms aquatic life and ecosystems. In the biosphere, oil spills can impact wildlife and vegetation, causing long-term damage to populations and habitats. Additionally, oil spills can release harmful chemicals and greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, contributing to air pollution and climate change.
How are people affected by oil spills in your ocean environment?
Oil spills can effect the ocean and environment because it polutes the ocean and the air which can start to cause global warming, (WEATHER AN CLIMATE CHANGE).
What does biology have to do with oil spills?
Oil spills can damage natural habitats. The interactions of oil and the marine ecosystem are very important to understand. Also, the process by which sea water will transform (or weather the oil) is very important as bacteria within sea water play a role. Understanding oil spills requires an understanding of principles of physics, chemistry and biology. I have included a number of links that relate the study of biology and oil spills. In the Exxon-Valdez spill, the clean up on the shore line used "bio-remediation" - see link.
How do oil spills effect biodiverisity?
Oil spills significantly impact biodiversity by contaminating marine and coastal ecosystems, leading to habitat degradation and loss of species. The toxic components of oil can harm various organisms, from plankton to marine mammals, disrupting food chains and reproductive cycles. Additionally, the cleanup efforts can further stress the environment, often resulting in long-term ecological damage and reduced resilience of affected habitats. Overall, oil spills can cause declines in species populations and alter community structures, threatening overall biodiversity.
Does drilling for oil create oil spills?
It can definitely contribute to oil spills.
