According to the results of Connell's experiments, the distribution of rock barnacles is restricted by
A) desiccation.
B) cold temperatures.
C) predation.
D) competition.
E) parasitism.

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Connell's experiments showed that the distribution of rock barnacles is restricted by desiccation, or drying out, which occurs when the tide goes out and the barnacles are exposed to the air. This limits their range to the intertidal zone, where they can stay moist and survive. Cold temperatures, predation, competition, and parasitism were not identified as factors that restrict the distribution of rock barnacles in Connell's experiments.

According to the Results of Connell's Experiments, the Distribution of Rock