The Effects of Pollution Are Generally Considered to Be Density

question 39

Multiple Choice

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

• A) the level at which any organism is contaminated with pollutants 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.

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