Question

which of the following best explains what factor limits the population growth of k - selected species? choose 1 answer: a biotic growth potential, that is access to food, shelter, and mates b biotic growth potential, that is maximum reproductive capacity c carrying capacity, that is the maximum reproductive capacity of the organisms d carrying capacity, that is access to food, shelter, and mates

Explanation:

K - selected species have a low biotic growth potential and their population growth is limited by the carrying capacity of their environment. Carrying capacity is related to available resources like food, shelter, and mates. Biotic growth potential related to maximum reproductive capacity is more relevant for r - selected species.

Answer:

D. carrying capacity, that is access to food, shelter, and mates