2. In the previous question, there was a description of how the ecosystem of tortoises is affected as humans build more neighborhoods and other buildings. Which part of the environment is most directly challenged during this process? B. biotic factors D. a combination of all 3 types A abiotic factors C. density-related factors

2. In the previous question, there was a description of how the ecosystem of tortoises is affected as humans build more neighborhoods and other buildings. Which part of the environment is most directly challenged during this process? B. biotic factors D. a combination of all 3 types A abiotic factors C. density-related factors

Biology 2e

2nd Edition

ISBN:9781947172517

Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter46: Ecosystems

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 4RQ: The ability of an ecosystem to return to its equilibrium state after an environmental disturbance is...

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