Is It Reasonable to Expect That All Habitats Suitable for a Given

question 42

Multiple Choice

Is it reasonable to expect that all habitats suitable for a given organism will have the same carrying capacity for that organism?

• A)Yes; unless the carrying capacities are the same, the habitat would not be suitable.
• B)Yes; the carrying capacity is determined solely by the type of organism being considered.
• C)No; an organism may be able to live in many locations, but the resources it requires may be available in varying amounts.
• D)No; it is not possible for two habitats to have the same carrying capacity.

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Definitions:

Modified Leaf

A leaf of a plant that has altered form or function from the standard flat, photosynthetic structure, often serving roles in reproduction, protection, or storage.

Modified Leaf

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Bulb

A globose, fleshy, underground bud that consists of a short stem with fleshy leaves (e.g., onion).

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