Which of the following could be considered a density-dependent limiting factor?
A) temperature
B) precipitation
C) dissolved oxygen content of water
D) disease
E) water depth

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Disease is a density-dependent limiting factor because as population density increases, the chances of disease transmission also increase, thus limiting population growth. Temperature, precipitation, dissolved oxygen content of water, and water depth are all abiotic factors that may affect population growth but are not density-dependent.

Which of the Following Could Be Considered a Density-Dependent Limiting