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What is predation?

An ecological process where an animal kills and feeds on another animal (correct)

An ecological process where an animal competes for food with another animal

An ecological process where an animal helps another animal to find food

An ecological process where an animal shares food with another animal

What is a predator?

An animal that is killed and eaten by another organism

An animal that helps other animals find food

An animal that kills and feeds on another organism (correct)

An animal that shares its food with other animals

What is a prey?

An animal that is killed and eaten by another organism (correct)

An animal that kills and feeds on another organism

An animal that helps other animals find food

An animal that shares its food with other animals

How does predation influence population growth?

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What is parasitoidism?

<p>An organism that lives in close association with another and eventually kills it</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Predation

Interaction between species where one organism (predator) consumes another organism (prey).
Crucial for maintaining ecological balance and ensuring biodiversity.

Predator

Organism that hunts and kills other organisms for food.
Adapted with traits for hunting, such as sharp teeth, claws, or camouflage.

Prey

Organism that is hunted and consumed by a predator.
May develop defenses such as speed, camouflage, or toxins to avoid predation.

Predation and Population Growth

Predators regulate prey populations, preventing overgrazing and promoting diversity.
Fluctuations in predator and prey populations often follow a cyclical pattern.

Parasitoidism

A specialized form of predation where a parasite ultimately kills its host, unlike a true parasite which does not.
Parasitoids typically lay eggs inside or on their hosts, which are consumed by the developing parasitoid larvae.

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Test your understanding of predation with this quiz by Prof. Jobelle Palino. Explore the ecological process of animals feeding on other organisms and grasp the concepts of predator and prey dynamics. Delve into the population growth equation for prey populations and enhance your knowledge of this fundamental ecological process.