Which of the following statements best explains the trend in global mammal species richness represented in the graph above?ResponsesMammal species richness is greatest at higher latitudes where there is less competition for limited resourcesMammal species richness is greatest at higher latitudes where there is less competition for limited resourcesMammal species richness is greater near the equator where primary productivity is higherMammal species richness is greater near the equator where primary productivity is higherMammal species richness is greater in less developed nations where human disturbance is less commonMammal species richness is greater in less developed nations where human disturbance is less commonMammal species richness is greater in coastal regions where rainfall is greater

Which of the following is NOT related to global climate change?Increased rate of species extinctionsMore intense stormsChanges in precipitation All are connected to global climate changeDrought

True or false? Competition between two different species might affect their rates of population growth.

Changes in a population of wildebeests are shown in the graph below.Which statement best explains the section of the graph labeled X?Choose 1 answer:Choose 1 answer:(Choice A)   The wildebeest population has reached its carrying capacity.AThe wildebeest population has reached its carrying capacity.(Choice B)   Interbreeding is occurring between members of different species. BInterbreeding is occurring between members of different species.(Choice C)   The wildebeest are no longer in competition for resources with other species.CThe wildebeest are no longer in competition for resources with other species.(Choice D)   Predation is low and resources are high. DPredation is low and resources are high.

The graph shows the history of human population growth.What kind of growth does the graph show?

Which of the following is NOT a result of global warming?societal conflictsozone depletionsea level riseloss of biodiversity