Question

carrying capacity
how can biotic factors limit the number of organisms an ecosystem
can sustain? use two examples to explain your answer.

how can abiotic factors limit the number of organisms an
ecosystem can sustain? use two examples to explain your answer.

Explanation:

Biotic factors are living components. For example, predators (like wolves preying on deer) reduce prey population. Competition (e.g., plants competing for sunlight) limits growth. Abiotic factors are non - living. Water scarcity (in deserts) restricts organism survival. Extreme temperatures (too hot or cold) can be lethal.

Answer:

For biotic factors:

• Example 1: Predators (e.g., wolves preying on deer) reduce prey numbers.
• Example 2: Competition (e.g., plants competing for sunlight) limits growth.

For abiotic factors:

• Example 1: Water scarcity (in deserts) restricts survival.
• Example 2: Extreme temperatures (e.g., freezing cold or scorching heat) can kill organisms.