A Community of Organisms Together with the Physical Environment in Which

question 63

Multiple Choice

A community of organisms together with the physical environment in which they live is known as a(n)

• A) population.
• B) community.
• C) ecosystem.
• D) biota.

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Definitions:

Dizygotic Twins

Also known as fraternal twins, they are siblings that develop from two different eggs fertilized by two different sperm, sharing about 50% of their genetic makeup.

Fertilized Eggs

The result of a sperm cell merging with an egg cell, marking the beginning of a new organism's development.

Genetic Influences

The impact of genes inherited from parents on various aspects of an individual’s physical traits, behavior, and predisposition to certain conditions.

Environmental Influences

The impact of surroundings, including physical, social, and cultural factors, on the development and behavior of individuals.