Distribution Of Organims Flashcards
1
Q
When does competition occur?
A
Competition will occur between organisms when they require the same resources but it is in short supple
2
Q
What may animals compete for?
A
Food
Water
Shelter
Mates
3
Q
What may plants compete for?
A
Light
Water
Soil nutrients
Space to grow (root space)
4
Q
What is intraspecific competition?
A
IntrAspecific competition occurs between members of the sAme species
E.g. polar bears competing for food
5
Q
What is interspecific competition?
A
IntERspecific competition occurs between member of diffERent species
6
Q
What competition is more intense?
A
Intraspecific as it’s competition for all resources required
