Three Plants That Share the Same Niche Have Taproots of Different

question 9

Multiple Choice

Three plants that share the same niche have taproots of different length. This is an example of ____.

• A) character displacement
• B) the competitive exclusion principle
• C) resource partitioning
• D) allopatric speciation

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Definitions:

Sunlight

The natural light emitted by the Sun, providing the primary energy source for Earth's climate and ecology.

Migratory Birds

Birds that travel from one region to another at regular times often over long distances, typically for breeding or weather conditions.

Excess Water

A surplus amount of water beyond what is needed or used, often leading to conditions like waterlogging in plants or overhydration in humans.

Fresh Water

Water that is not salty, often found in rivers, lakes, and streams, and is essential for many forms of terrestrial life.