A population in ecology is defined as ________. Select one: A. All of the species found in a given area B. A group of organisms, some from the same species, some from other species C. One organism and its surrounding environment D. A group of organisms, all from the same species who can interbreed E. A group of organisms, some from the same species, some from other species, and their surrounding environment

A population in ecology is defined as ________. Select one: A. All of the species found in a given area B. A group of organisms, some from the same species, some from other species C. One organism and its surrounding environment D. A group of organisms, all from the same species who can interbreed E. A group of organisms, some from the same species, some from other species, and their surrounding environment

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter52: Population Ecology

Section: Chapter Questions

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