Question

1. populations tend to increase in size. why don’t they grow forever? 3. what are some possible limiting factors for a rabbit population in nature? simulation exploration setup 1. open the simulation by copying the url at the top of this page or by searching natural selection and clicking the top result. press the play button and then intro. 2. click on “add a mate”

Explanation:

1. Populations don't grow forever due to limiting factors like availability of resources (food, water, shelter), presence of predators, disease, and competition for resources within the population. These factors act as checks on population growth and maintain a balance in the ecosystem.
2. For a rabbit population in nature, possible limiting factors include predators such as foxes, wolves, and birds - of - prey; availability of food like grasses and vegetables; water sources; diseases such as rabbit hemorrhagic disease; and competition with other rabbits for territory and mates.

Answer:

1. Due to limiting factors like resource availability, predators, disease, and competition.
2. Predators, food availability, water sources, diseases, competition for territory and mates.