An Example of a Density-Dependent Factor That Influences the Size

question 84

Multiple Choice

An example of a density-dependent factor that influences the size of a population is:

• A) rainfall.
• B) temperature.
• C) a fire.
• D) parasites.
• E) an earthquake.

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