​Competitive Exclusion Is Based Upon the Idea That ____

question 17

Multiple Choice

​Competitive exclusion is based upon the idea that ____.

• A) ​one species will voluntarily allow the other to survive
• B) no two species can completely occupy the same niche​
• C) ​the larger species will dominate the smaller
• D) ​competition is overrated as a factor in species survival
• E) ​two species can live together, if they share the same niche but only at alternate times

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Definitions:

Surgical Site

The physical location on the body where a surgical procedure is performed, often requiring special care to avoid infection and promote healing.

Electrolyte Imbalance

A condition where there's an irregular balance of minerals and fluids in the body, critical for the performance of various bodily functions.

Intravenous Line

A tube inserted into a vein used for the delivery of medication or nutrients directly into the bloodstream.

Preoperative Education

A process of providing information and support to patients before undergoing surgical procedures to enhance outcomes and reduce anxiety.