= Ecological collapse
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Ecological collapse refers to a significant and often abrupt breakdown of an ecosystem's structure and function, leading to a dramatic loss of biodiversity and the services that ecosystems provide. This can occur due to a variety of factors, including: 1. **Environmental changes**: These can be natural, such as climate change, volcanic eruptions, or asteroid impacts, or human-induced, like deforestation, pollution, and resource overexploitation.
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