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5. Ecologists are concerned about what could happen to the Flathead Lake ecosystem if
another invasive species, the Zebra Mussel, is introduced
. Looking at your food web
poster, explain how the ecosystem would be affected
.
Identify organisms that would be affected either directly or indirectly and explain how
they will be affected.



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Final answer:

The introduction of zebra mussels into the Flathead Lake ecosystem would impact various organisms directly and indirectly.


Explanation:

Zebra mussel introduction into Flathead Lake ecosystem would have significant repercussions on various organisms within the ecosystem. Directly affected organisms would include native mussels losing ecological competition, while indirectly affected species like sight-feeding predators may benefit from improved water quality due to zebra mussels' filter feeding.


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