What is the carrying capacity of an ecosystem?
The carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species (population size) that an ecosystem can support.
The carrying capacity is determined by limiting factors.
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What does it mean when we say populations are dynamic?
Populations being dynamic means they vary in size and composition over time.
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Why might a logarithmic scale be used when plotting a growth curve?
A logarithmic scale might be used when the population grows rapidly over a short period of time, so that all the points on the graph can be represented.
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What are limiting factors in population growth?
Limiting factors are conditions that prevent populations from increasing indefinitely by restricting access to essential resources.
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What happens when a population reaches its carrying capacity?
When a population reaches its carrying capacity, its growth slows or ceases altogether, and may even reduce if conditions worsen.
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