NEET BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ECOSYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Largest number of individuals of a population that a environment can support
A
population
B
limiting factor
C
carrying capacity
D
none of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The maximum population size that can be supported by the environment is called carrying capacity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thus, the carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support.

Detailed explanation-3: -Carrying capacity is the maximum number, density, or biomass of a population that a specific area can support sustainably. This likely varies over time and depends on environmental factors, resources, and the presence of predators, disease agents, and competitors over time.

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