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What is the largest number
(of a single species) a specific area can support?

A. Population
B. Unlimited factor
C. Carrying capacity
D. Niche


Sagot :

Answer:

carrying capacity

Explanation:

Thus, the carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support. Population size decreases above carrying capacity due to a range of factors depending on the species concerned, but can include insufficient space, food supply, or sunlight.