Instead of Writing a Fraction, a Point

question 4

Short Answer

Instead of writing a fraction, a point (.) called a ____________________ ____________________ is used to indicate a decimal fraction.

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Definitions:

Population Increase

A rise in the number of individuals within a species or area over a specific period of time.

Environmental Resistance

The sum of environmental factors such as predators, disease, and competition that limit the growth, distribution, or size of populations.

Carrying Capacity

The maximum population size of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely, given the food, habitat, water, and other resources available.

Population Size

The total number of individuals within a defined area at a specific time, vital for understanding species survival and ecosystem balance.