Question
Which of the following are density-dependent limiting factors? Select all that apply.
Extreme weather
Water
Food
Pollution
Extreme weather
Water
Food
Pollution
Answers
GPT-4o mini
Density-dependent limiting factors are those whose effects on the population size or growth are influenced by the population density. Among the options provided, the following are density-dependent limiting factors:
- **Water**
- **Food**
Extreme weather and pollution are generally considered density-independent factors, as their effects do not change regardless of the population density. Therefore, the correct selections are water and food.
- **Water**
- **Food**
Extreme weather and pollution are generally considered density-independent factors, as their effects do not change regardless of the population density. Therefore, the correct selections are water and food.