In Natural Communities, Some Feedback Mechanisms Operate Whenever Populations Change

question 43

Multiple Choice

In natural communities, some feedback mechanisms operate whenever populations change in size; they are

• A) density-dependent factors.
• B) density-independent factors.
• C) always within the individuals of the community.
• D) always outside the individuals of the community.
• E) the same as genetic drift.

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