Deer Population Activity

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the concept of population change in ecology?
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Population change refers to the increase or decrease in the number of individuals in a population over time due to births, deaths, immigration, and emigration.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Define carrying capacity.
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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a particular species that an environment can support sustainably without degrading the habitat.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does a negative population change indicate?
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A negative population change indicates that the number of individuals in a population is decreasing, often due to higher death rates or lower birth rates.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Explain the term 'deer overpopulation'.
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Deer overpopulation occurs when the number of deer exceeds the carrying capacity of their habitat, leading to resource depletion and negative impacts on the ecosystem.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What factors can lead to a decrease in deer population?
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Factors include increased predation, habitat loss, disease, and hunting.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of deer population management?
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Deer population management is important to maintain ecological balance, prevent overgrazing, and reduce human-deer conflicts.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does hunting affect deer population dynamics?
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Hunting can help control deer populations, ensuring they remain within the carrying capacity of their habitat.
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