The Population Pyramid Below Is Characteristic of What Kind of Growth

question 61

Multiple Choice

The population pyramid below is characteristic of what kind of growth rate?

• A) slow growth
• B) zero growth
• C) rapid growth
• D) negative growth
• E) It is impossible to tell the growth rate based on the shape of a population pyramid.

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Definitions:

Aerial Roots

Roots that are not buried in soil but instead hang in the air, found in certain plants, where they absorb moisture from the atmosphere and sometimes aid in attachment.

Soil PH

A measure of the acidity or alkalinity of soil, affecting nutrient availability, microbial activity, and plant growth.

Acidic Soil

Soil with a pH value below 7, characterized by its capacity to mobilize some nutrients while potentially limiting the availability of others, affecting plant growth and soil health.

Pygmy Forest

A unique ecosystem characterized by stunted trees, often found on nutrient-poor, acidic soils.