Population Growth & Ecosystem Components
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What is the effect of the growth of a population in an ecosystem?

  • fewer resources for each individual in the population (correct)
  • an increase in the size of the ecosystem
  • a greater amount of resources in the ecosystem
  • a decrease in the amount of resources needed by each individual
  • What term describes the combined living and nonliving components of an environment?

  • biosphere
  • habitat
  • community
  • ecosystem (correct)
  • What is a likely consequence of overpopulation in an ecosystem?

  • more stable habitat conditions
  • improved biodiversity
  • decreased predator activity
  • increased competition for resources (correct)
  • Which of the following is a characteristic feature of an ecosystem?

    <p>diverse species interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from a decrease in resources within an ecosystem due to population growth?

    <p>migration to other areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Population Growth & Resources

    • Growing populations use more resources
    • More individuals competing for same resources
    • Less resources for each individual in a population

    Ecosystem Components

    • Living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) parts compose an ecosystem

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    Explore the dynamics of population growth and its impact on resource availability. Understand the distinction between biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems. Test your knowledge on how these factors interconnect and affect environmental stability.

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