Question

question 6 of 10
if the size of an ecosystem decreases because of a hurricane, how are the organisms living in the ecosystem affected?
a. the carrying capacity of the ecosystem decreases because there are more resources, decreasing competition among organisms.
b. the carrying capacity of the ecosystem increases because there are more resources, decreasing competition among organisms.
c. the carrying capacity of the ecosystem increases because there are fewer resources, decreasing competition among organisms.
d. the carrying capacity of the ecosystem decreases because there are fewer resources, increasing competition among organisms.

Explanation:

A hurricane reduces ecosystem size, cutting resources. This lowers carrying - capacity and heightens competition.

Answer:

D. The carrying capacity of the ecosystem decreases because there are fewer resources, increasing competition among organisms.