Question

competition
describe competitive relationships by placing the words from the box in the gaps in the paragraph.
a type of relationship called competition can occur between members of the
or different species. competition exists in every ecosystem because
resources are
. examples of
that organisms
compete for are
, water, nutrients, space, and food.
are also in competition for sunlight. organisms of different species will not compete for a

limited
same
resources
plants
shelter
mate

Explanation:

Fill in the blanks using the provided vocabulary, matching ecological competition concepts to the correct context.

1. Competition occurs between members of the same or different species.
2. Competition exists because resources are limited.
3. Examples of resources that organisms compete for are shelter, water, nutrients, space, and food.
4. Plants compete for sunlight; different species do not compete for a mate.

Answer:

A type of relationship called competition can occur between members of the same or different species. Competition exists in every ecosystem because resources are limited. Examples of resources that organisms compete for are shelter, water, nutrients, space, and food. Plants are also in competition for sunlight. Organisms of different species will not compete for a mate.