Question 5

Question

A) What is the main focus of the investigation described in the portfolio? (1 point)
Analyzing predator
prey relationships
Investigating the effects of pollution on ecosystems
Exploring the role of decomposers in nutrient cycling
Studying the impact of resource availability on animal populations
Question 6
A) How would you summarize the relationship between limited resources and competition
in an ecosystem? (1 point)
Limited resources lead to cooperation among organisms.
Competition arises due to an abundance of resources.
Organisms compete for resources such as food, water, and shelter.
Unlimited resources eliminate the need for competition.
Question 7
A) Which statement accurately describes the concept of interspecific competition? (1 point)
It involves competition between individuals of the same species.
It occurs when organisms within the same population compete for resources.
It involves competition between individuals of different species.
It has no impact on the survival of organisms in an ecosystem.
Question 8
A) How might an increase in competition among organisms affect the overall health of an
ecosystem? (1 point)
It enhances ecosystem resilience to environmental changes.
It disrupts the balance of energy flow within the ecosystem.
It promotes the establishment of keystone species.
It leads to the depletion of resources and loss of biodiversity

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions:

Question 5: A) What is the main focus of the investigation described in the portfolio?

• Answer: Analyzing predator-prey relationships.

Question 6: A) How would you summarize the relationship between limited resources and competition in an ecosystem?

• Answer: Organisms compete for resources such as food, water, and shelter.

Question 7: A) Which statement accurately describes the concept of interspecific competition?

• Answer: It involves competition between individuals of different species.

Question 8: A) How might an increase in competition among organisms affect the overall health of an ecosystem?

• Answer: It leads to the depletion of resources and loss of biodiversity.