Limiting Factors Quiz

A limiting factor is something in the environment that restricts the growth of a population or species.

Predators are an example of a density dependent limiting factor.

Natural disasters, such as hurricanes or tornadoes, are examples of density independent limiting factors.

<p>Exponential growth is when a population increases at an increasingly faster rate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A logistic growth curve represents the growth of a population that eventually levels off due to limiting factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some limiting factors include food availability, space, predators, weather/climate, and natural disasters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Predators regulate the population by hunting and killing some individuals, thereby limiting the number of prey organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extreme temperatures or lack of water can limit the survival and growth of organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Competition for resources, such as sunlight, can limit the growth of plant populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural disasters can cause widespread death or destruction, reducing the population size and limiting growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers