Density-Independent Limiting Factors Quiz
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Why did many moose die from starvation in the island population?

  • They were emigrating to find food but failed.
  • There was an overpopulation of moose on the island.
  • Hunting was not allowed on the island.
  • The bitterly cold winter made it difficult for moose to find food. (correct)
  • Why did the effects of bad weather have a greater impact on the large, dense moose population?

  • The large population had access to better shelter from the heavy snowfall.
  • Smaller populations were more likely to hunt for food.
  • Moose in large populations were more resistant to cold.
  • There was more competition for food in a larger population. (correct)
  • Why did the European rabbits multiply wildly after being introduced to Australia?

  • They were provided with excessive amounts of food.
  • They were territorial animals.
  • The Australian climate was ideal for their reproduction.
  • They had no natural predators in Australia. (correct)
  • Why were artificial density-independent control measures like hunting considered expensive and ineffective?

    <p>Hunting didn't reduce the rabbit population effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental threat did the population of European rabbits pose in Australia?

    <p>They competed with native herbivores for food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of the bitterly cold winter with heavy snowfall on the island's moose population?

    <p>Many moose died from starvation due to lack of food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the population of European rabbits grow rapidly in Australia?

    <p>They faced less competition from native species for resources.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the effects of bad weather differ between a large, dense moose population and a small population?

    <p>Individual moose in the small population had more food available.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were artificial density-independent control measures like hunting considered ineffective?

    <p>They required significant resources and expenses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the introduction of European rabbits threaten in Australia?

    <p>The extinction of native herbivores.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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