The Effects of Pollution Are Generally Considered to Be Density-Independent

question 52

Multiple Choice

The effects of pollution are generally considered to be density-independent because

• A)the contamination level of any organism is unaffected by variations in population density.
• B)when food supplies become limited, the organisms are more likely to consume contaminated foods.
• C)at high densities the organisms are more likely to contact the pollutant.
• D)when the organisms are stressed by overcrowding, the pollutant becomes more toxic.