Question

question 11. which of these examples does not depend on the population size of organisms living in an area? a. the amount of space available for bats to roost in a cave b. the availability of nuts for squirrels to eat in a forest c. the number of mice that are preyed upon by hawks in a field d. the effect of chemical pollution on mayflies in a pond

Explanation:

• Option A: The amount of space for bats depends on how many bats there are (population size).
• Option B: The availability of nuts for squirrels is related to the number of squirrels (population size) as more squirrels would consume more nuts.
• Option C: The number of mice preyed on by hawks is based on the mouse population size.
• Option D: Chemical pollution is an abiotic (non - living) factor. It affects mayflies regardless of the mayfly population size. For example, if there is a certain level of chemical pollution in a pond, it will harm mayflies whether there are 100 or 1000 mayflies.

Answer:

D. the effect of chemical pollution on mayflies in a pond