An Invasive, as Opposed to an Introduced, Species Is Usually

question 61

Multiple Choice

An invasive, as opposed to an introduced, species is usually characterized by

• A) ability to provide food for human populations.
• B) ability to provide food for native populations.
• C) slow reproduction and slow or moderate ability to expand its range.
• D) negative effects on native species, such as predation and spread of disease.
• E) ability to coexist cooperatively with other species in the community.

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