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question 4

Multiple Choice

Use the following diagram to answer the next question

-Which of the following statements is a valid conclusion of this experiment?

• A) Balanus can only survive in the lower intertidal zone, because it is unable to resist desiccation.
• B) Balanus is inferior to Chthamalus in competing for space on intertidal zone rocks.
• C) The two species of barnacles do not compete with each other because they feed at different times of day.
• D) When Balanus is removed, it can be observed that the realized niche of Chthamalus is smaller than its fundamental niche.
• E) These two species of barnacle do not show competitive exclusion.
• F) If Chthamalus were removed, Balanus's fundamental niche would become larger.

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