Predation Flashcards
1
Q
Define predation
A
Where one organism is consumed by another
2
Q
How can the relationship between predators and their prey effect the population size?
A
Predators eat the prey, With fewer prey the predators are in greater competition with each other, The predator population is reduced, Fewer predators = Fewer prey being eaten, Prey population increases, More prey available = Predator population increases
3
Q
What other factors can affect population size?
A
Disease and Climate
