2. Imagine that a scientist suggests that the size of an insect population depends on the temperature. What observations must this scientist make in order to collect evidence to support his or her hypothesis? A. The scientist must observe the insect population only in winter. B. The scientist must observe the insect population in the laboratory. C. The scientist must observe the insect population in different areas. D. The scientist must observe the insect population throughout the year. Explanation:

2. Imagine that a scientist suggests that the size of an insect population depends on the temperature. What observations must this scientist make in order to collect evidence to support his or her hypothesis? A. The scientist must observe the insect population only in winter. B. The scientist must observe the insect population in the laboratory. C. The scientist must observe the insect population in different areas. D. The scientist must observe the insect population throughout the year. Explanation:

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter55: Biodiversity And Conservation Biology

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