2.1 Flashcards

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Describe the difference between population density and distribution.

A

Distribution is the spatial relationship between members of a population within a habitat while density is a measure of how individuals are distributed.

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What is random distribution?

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Random distribution is individuals scattered without a pattern.

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What do abiotic, biotic, and intrinsic factors affect?

A

Population

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True or False: Scientific goals are the management of populations.

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False. Scientific goals are factors influencing populations. Practical goals are the management of populations.

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If a habitat has 10 zebras in a 20m² area, what is the population density?

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0.5 zebras per m²

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