What characteristics are common to r-selected species? Choose All That Apply Rapid development and early reproductive maturity Small intrinsic growth rates Small offspring and significant parental care Large numbers of offspring per reproductive event

What characteristics are common to r-selected species? Choose All That Apply Rapid development and early reproductive maturity Small intrinsic growth rates Small offspring and significant parental care Large numbers of offspring per reproductive event

Biology 2e

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Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter45: Population And Community Ecology

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Problem 10RQ: Which of the following is associated with the reproductive potential of a species? few offspring...

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What characteristics are common to r-selected species?
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Rapid development and early reproductive maturity
Small intrinsic growth rates
Small offspring and significant parental care
Large numbers of offspring per reproductive event

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