Question

the scientists discovered: if a key member of the smaller size population dies, the lions overall population are _______________. more vulnerable to collapse less vulnerable to collapse does not affect their success.

Explanation:

In a smaller - sized population, a key member's death reduces the population's ability to adapt and function. This makes the overall population more likely to collapse as there are fewer individuals to fill the gap and maintain the population's stability.

Answer:

More vulnerable to collapse