Asked by ritika sharma on Apr 27, 2024
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Which population pattern is likely for hares and lynx living in an undisturbed habitat?
A) irruptive
B) cyclic
C) explosive
D) stable
Cyclic
Referring to occurrences or processes that exhibit a series of repeated events or stages which happen in a predictable sequence.
Irruptive
A population growth pattern characterized by sudden increases due to favorable conditions, followed by steep declines as those conditions change.
- Recognize the underlying causes of population fluctuations, including growth spurts, downturns, and rebounds.
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Justin DeturbideApr 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Hares and lynx exhibit cyclic population patterns in undisturbed habitats. This means their populations will fluctuate in a predictable pattern over time.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the underlying causes of population fluctuations, including growth spurts, downturns, and rebounds.