All species have a tolerance limit before they are no longer well suited to live in their environment. In three to five sentences, discuss the potential outcomes for a population when that limit is reached. There are at least four possibilities, and one point will be assigned per potential outcome mentioned.
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When a species reaches its tolerance limit in its environment, it could lead to several potential outcomes. One possible outcome is that the population experiences a decline in numbers as individuals struggle to survive in a less hospitable environment. Another possible outcome is that the population becomes more vulnerable to predation or disease due to weakened individuals. A third potential outcome is that individuals may adapt to the new conditions through genetic mutations or behavioral changes. Finally, the population may migrate to a new location where conditions are more favorable, which could result in establishment of a new population or compete with pre-existing populations.