Question

what is the largest population size a particular environment can support without harming the environment?
a carrying capacity
b exponential growth
c logistic growth
d r - selected

Explanation:

The carrying capacity is defined as the maximum population size an environment can support sustainably without degrading the environment. Exponential growth is unrestricted population increase, logistic growth levels off at carrying - capacity, and r - selected species are those with high reproductive rates.

Answer:

A. carrying capacity