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Population Growth — Quiz

Question 1 • Biology

The maximum number of wolves that can survive in a particular forest is 230. What is this number called?

Answer
A
carrying capacity
B
logistic factor
C
limit capacity
D
limiting factor

Explanation

Carrying capacity is the largest population of a species that an environment can support over time. Since the forest can support at most 230 wolves, 230 is its carrying capacity. A limiting factor is something that restricts population growth, not the maximum population itself.

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