The Extinction Rate (E)of a Metapopulation ________ as the Proportion

question 26

Short Answer

The extinction rate (E)of a metapopulation ________ as the proportion of patches occupied (P)increases.

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Definitions:

Positively Charged

Having more protons than electrons, resulting in a net positive electric charge.

Negatively Charged

Refers to atoms or molecules that have gained one or more electrons, resulting in a net negative charge.

Molecule

The smallest physical unit of an element or compound, consisting of one or more atoms held together by chemical forces.

Ion

A molecule or atom that has acquired an overall electric charge from either losing or gaining electrons.