Multiple choice

A force which acts against the achievement of the highest possible level of population growth, is known as

  1. population pressure

  2. saturation level

  3. environmental resistance

  4. carrying capacity

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Environmental resistance refers to the sum of all factors (like food scarcity, predation, disease) that limit the growth of a population and prevent it from reaching its biotic potential.