Question

1. what is carrying capacity in an ecosystem?

a. the average number of individuals in an ecosystem
b. the number of individuals that can be added to an ecosystem
c. the maximum number of individuals an ecosystem can support
d. the minimum number of individuals an ecosystem can support

Explanation:

Carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals an ecosystem can support. This is a fundamental concept in ecology, where resources like food, water, and space limit population size. Options a (average number) is incorrect as it's about typical, not limit. Option b (number added) is wrong as it's about addition, not support limit. Option d (minimum) is incorrect as carrying capacity is a maximum, not minimum.

Answer:

C. The maximum number of individuals an ecosystem can support