The Population Explosion That Occurred Shortly After the Opuntia Cactus

question 66

Multiple Choice

The population explosion that occurred shortly after the Opuntia cactus was introduced to Australia is an example of

• A) exponential growth.
• B) emigration.
• C) reduced population density.
• D) a native species outcompeting an introduced species.

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