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Examining the Role of Climate Change in Species Extinction
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What is the primary mechanism by which climate change contributes to species extinction?
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Direct physiological effects
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Climate change directly affects species' physiology, causing heat stress, dehydration, and disruption of vital biological processes, leading to increased mortality and reduced reproductive success.