Question

c. describe the abiotic and biotic factors that influence the survival of bear populations.

Explanation:

Abiotic factors are non - living elements like temperature, water availability, soil type, and sunlight which can affect bear habitats and food sources. Biotic factors are living elements such as prey availability (e.g., fish, berries for omnivorous bears), competition with other bears for resources, and interactions with predators (less common for adult bears but cubs may be at risk).

Answer:

Abiotic factors include temperature, water, soil, sunlight. Biotic factors include prey availability, competition with other bears, and predator - prey interactions (for cubs).