Population Ecology

Multiple Choice

Discuss the factors that contribute to population dynamics.

• Factors such as birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration contribute to population dynamics or size.

• Factors such as the number of trees and types of birds in the area

• Factors such as weather patterns and soil composition

• Factors such as the price of goods and availability of jobs

Multiple Choice

Explain the concept of population distribution.

• The concept of population distribution refers to the way in which individuals of a population are gathered in one specific location.

• The concept of population distribution refers to the way in which individuals of a population are spread out or distributed in a given area.

• Population distribution refers to the way in which individuals of a population are organized in a hierarchical structure.

• Population distribution is the term used to describe the process of individuals moving from one area to another within a population.

Multiple Choice

Define population density and provide an example.

• Population density is the number of buildings per unit area. For example, the population density of New York City is 500 buildings per square mile.

• Population density is the average income of individuals in a specific area. For example, the population density of New York City is $60,000 per year.

• Population density is the number of cars per unit area. For example, the population density of New York City is 10,000 cars per square mile.

• Population density is the number of individuals of a species per unit area or volume. For example, the population density of humans in New York City is approximately 27,000 people per square mile.

Multiple Choice

What is carrying capacity in population ecology?

• Maximum number of individuals a species can produce

• Maximum number of individuals the environment can sustain

• Average number of individuals in a population

• Minimum number of individuals the environment can sustain

Multiple Choice

List and explain the characteristics of a population.

• Size, density, dispersion, age structure, and growth rate

• Food availability, water source, shelter, predators, and competition

• Climate, geography, economy, culture, and language

• Color, weight, height, intelligence, and speed