Over the last 60 years, the climate of southern California has become more dry and hot leading to a large increase in the number of wildfires and long droughts. Some plants like Baccharis pilularis are better adapted to these changes due to being fire resistant, and the population of Baccharis pilularis has increased over this time. What is the MOST likely limiting factor that might slow down the growth of Baccharis piluaris?

A
lack of water
B
lack of nutrition in the soil
C
increase in predation
D
increase in competition

In 2015, about ten percent of total u.s. energy consumption was from renewable energy sources. renewable energy plays an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. when renewable energy sources are used, the demand for fossil fuels is reduced. sanjay and his family want to cut back on their use of non-renewable resources at home. they are thinking of an alternate way to heat their home without adding more greenhouse gases or pollutants to the environment. which renewable resource would not fit into their plan? a) solar power b) burning wood c) constructing a wind turbine eliminate d) generating hydroelectric power