Without an appropriate cave or other underground den where they can sleep through the winter,a bear will die.The abundance of caves,therefore,is a __________ factor and a(n)__________ factor influencing bear populations.

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The abundance of caves affects the survival of bears, which is a density-dependent factor. The availability of caves is an abiotic factor, as it is a non-living factor affecting the bear population.

Without an Appropriate Cave or Other Underground Den Where They