Consider Moose That Breed in the Fall and Give Birth

question 22

Multiple Choice

Consider moose that breed in the fall and give birth in the spring. During breeding, the moose population is below carrying capacity, but once the young moose are born, the moose population far exceeds carrying capacity. This is an example of

• A) delayed density dependence.
• B) demographic stochasticity.
• C) dampened oscillations.
• D) rescue effect.

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Definitions:

Epithelial Tissue

A type of tissue that lines the outer surfaces of organs and blood vessels, as well as the interior surfaces of cavities in many internal organs, characterized by its sheet-like appearance and lack of blood vessels.

Acting as Barrier

A function or mechanism that prevents certain substances or signals from passing or being transmitted.

Secretion of Substances

The process by which substances are produced and released from a cell, gland, or organ for a particular function in the organism.

Connective Tissue

A type of tissue in the body that supports, protects, and gives structure to other tissues and organs.