Owls Begin Migrating to an Area to Feed on a Particular

question 49

Multiple Choice

Owls begin migrating to an area to feed on a particular mouse species,but the mice have ingested a toxin (to owls) that begins to keep the owl population in check,which then causes the mouse population to increase,until more owls move into the area,and so on.This is an example of a

• A)positive feedback system.
• B)negative feedback system.
• C)detritivore.
• D)chemosynthesis.

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Definitions:

Tissue Fluids

Fluids that exist in the spaces between cells and tissues in the body, facilitating nutrient and waste exchange.

Small Molecules

Organic compounds with low molecular weight, often used in pharmacology for their ability to modulate biological processes at the molecular level.

Inorganic Matter

Materials and substances not derived from living organisms, often characterized by the absence of carbon-hydrogen bonds.

Thoracic

Pertaining to the chest or thorax area of the body, which houses the heart and lungs among other organs.