A Chiton Increases the Abundance of Its Prey,a Corraline Algae,by

question 30

Multiple Choice

A chiton increases the abundance of its prey,a corraline algae,by feeding on the algae which stimulates growth of that algae.This is an example of:

• A)Directional selection.
• B)Stabilizing selection.
• C)Competitive exclusion.
• D)Trophic cascade.
• E)Indirect interaction.

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