Gause's "Competitive Exclusion Principle" States That

question 3

Multiple Choice

Gause's "competitive exclusion principle" states that

• A) when two species occur together, competition is always prevented by some behavioral adjustment.
• B) no two species can coexist indefinitely.
• C) no two competing species can coexist indefinitely.
• D) no two species with identical niches can coexist indefinitely.
• E) None of the choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Hydrotherapy

The use of water in the treatment of different conditions, including arthritis and related rheumatic complaints, through exercises and baths.

Fluidotherapy

A technique for stimulating healing, particularly in the hands and feet, by placing the affected body part in a container of glass beads that are heated and agitated with hot air.

Whirlpool

A rapidly rotating mass of water in a river or sea into which objects may be drawn, typically caused by the meeting of conflicting currents.

Thermotherapy

The application of heat to the body to treat a disorder or injury.