Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a primary way humans impact the carbon cycle?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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In the context of seagull populations, how can space act as a limiting factor?
A
Space provides unlimited food resources for seagulls.
B
An increase in available space always leads to a decrease in seagull population.
C
Limited nesting sites can restrict the number of seagulls that can successfully breed.
D
Seagulls do not require specific territories for nesting or feeding.
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the concept of a limiting factor: A limiting factor is any resource or condition that restricts the growth, abundance, or distribution of a population within an ecosystem.
Recognize the importance of space for seagull populations: Space is crucial for nesting, as seagulls require specific areas to lay eggs and raise their young.
Identify how limited nesting sites affect breeding: If there are fewer nesting sites available, fewer seagulls can successfully breed, which directly impacts population size.
Clarify why space does not provide unlimited food resources: Space itself does not generate food; it primarily serves as a physical area for nesting and territorial needs.
Explain why seagulls require specific territories: While seagulls may not need exclusive feeding territories, they do need appropriate nesting sites to ensure the survival of their offspring.
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