A squirrel population in an oak forest in Indiana is limited by hawk predators,the amount of acorns produced annually,nesting sites in the trees,and cold winter temperatures.
-The many factors listed above that can affect the squirrel population represent
A)environmental resistance.
B)the carrying capacity of the squirrel population.
C)the squirrel's life history.
D)the biotic potential of the squirrel population.

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The factors listed above, such as hawk predators, acorn production, nesting sites, and winter temperatures, all represent various forms of environmental resistance that can limit the growth and size of the squirrel population. Environmental resistance refers to any external factors in the environment that can limit the growth or abundance of a particular species or population.

A Squirrel Population in an Oak Forest in Indiana Is