Sub 9: Managing Interactions between Species Flashcards
1
Q
why are populations managed?
A
for domesticated and wild species used for food and raw materials
conservation of endangered species
control of pest species
monitoring state of environment through indicator species
2
Q
what are the density dependent factors?
A
disease
food supply
predation
competition
3
Q
how is plant competition managed?
A
through the use of herbicides to kill or control unwanted plants
4
Q
how is disease managed?
A
through the use of pesticides - fungicides, insecticide, antibiotics or anti parasitic drugs
