8 - Population Dynamics in Real Life
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Practice Questions
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Define the term 'population'.
π‘ Hint: Think about individuals of one species living together.
What is environmental resistance?
π‘ Hint: Consider what prevents animals from reproducing indefinitely.
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What happens during a locust outbreak?
π‘ Hint: Think about the conditions that allow locusts to thrive.
True or False: Environmental resistance only includes predation.
π‘ Hint: Consider other limiting factors like disease.
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Given that an endangered species' population is decreasing due to habitat loss and pollution, propose a conservation strategy and explain how it would help.
π‘ Hint: Think about what the species needs to thrive.
Evaluate a scenario where the human population grows excessively in a confined area. Explain the potential ecological consequences.
π‘ Hint: Consider the direct impacts of numerous people in one area.
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