Question

differentiate between density - dependent and density - independent limiting factors and give at least two examples from the lesson of each.

Explanation:

Density - dependent limiting factors are influenced by population density. They have a greater impact as population density increases. Examples include competition for resources and predation. Density - independent limiting factors affect populations regardless of density. Examples are natural disasters like floods and extreme weather events such as droughts.

Answer:

Density - dependent limiting factors: affected by population density, e.g., competition for resources, predation.
Density - independent limiting factors: not affected by population density, e.g., floods, droughts.