Unit2.3 Quiz1 - Population Dispersion & Growth

Which type of population dispersion is characterized by individuals of the same species competing for limited resources and territory?

• Clumped

• Uniform

• Random

• Environmental

Which type of population dispersion is characterized by resources being spread unevenly, so individuals group wherever the resources are located?

• Clumped

• Uniform

• Random

• Environmental

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Which type of population dispersion is characterized by resources being evenly distributed in an ecosystem?

• Clumped

• Uniform

• Random

• Environmental

Which survivorship curve is characterized by fewer offspring being born, but most live longer?

• Type I

• Type II

• Type III

• Type IV

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Which survivorship curve is characterized by many offspring being born, but fewer of them survive?

• Type I

• Type II

• Type III

• Type IV

Which survivorship curve is characterized by survivorship being roughly equal at all life stages?

• Type I

• Type II

• Type III

• Type IV

Which type of population growth is characterized by individuals reproducing at a constant rate and resources appear unlimited?

• Exponential

• Logistic

• Both Exponential and Logistic

• Neither Exponential nor Logistic

Which type of population growth shows growth rate slowing or stopping due to resources becoming less available, resulting in a stabilized growth at the carrying-capacity?

• Exponential

• Logistic

• Both Exponential and Logistic

• Neither Exponential nor Logistic

_________ is the largest number or individuals that a given environment can support

• Population Capacity

• Population Growth

• Maximum Capacity

• Carrying Capacity

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Which type of population dispersion is shown in this picture?

• Clumped

• Random

• Uniform

• None of the Above