Floods and Fires Are Examples of ________, Which Can Dramatically

question 18

Multiple Choice

Floods and fires are examples of ________, which can dramatically and unpredictably reduce populations.

• A)density-dependent factors
• B)logistic growth factors
• C)biotic factors
• D)demographic factors
• E)environmental resistance

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Definitions:

Pleura

The thin membrane that covers the lungs and lines the chest cavity, facilitating smooth respiratory movements.

Alveoli

Tiny air sacs in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

Pharynx

A part of the neck and throat situated behind the mouth and nasal cavity, crucial for respiratory and digestive pathways.

Respiratory Rate

The number of breaths taken per minute, a vital sign used in health assessments to gauge respiratory function and general health status.