10 Questions
What does carrying capacity refer to in science?
The maximum number of living organisms that an environment can support
How does exceeding the carrying capacity of an environment affect the organisms?
It leads to limited resources and some organisms going hungry
Why is food considered a limiting factor in the context of carrying capacity?
Because food availability can restrict the number of organisms an environment can support
How do scientists use the concept of carrying capacity in studying ecosystems?
To determine if an ecosystem is sustainable
Which term describes the community of animals, plants, and other organisms that live in the same area?
Ecosystem
What is a limiting factor for animal populations in an ecosystem?
Availability of food
Why can a small forest support only two bears easily?
Because there is ample food supply
What makes a desert ecosystem unfriendly to bears?
Lack of shelter from harsh conditions
Why are scorpions able to thrive in a desert ecosystem?
Because they can burrow under the sand for shelter
Which of the following is NOT considered a limiting factor for animal populations in an ecosystem?
Access to sunlight
Explore the concept of carrying capacity in ecology through a soccer team scenario at a pizza buffet. Understand how the availability of resources can impact populations in an ecosystem.
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