Population vs Community

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What is a population?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is a community?

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A community is made up of different populations of various species living together in a specific area.

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Example of a population:

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The Cardinals in Virginia.

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Example of a community:

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All the animals in the grasslands.

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What do all members of a population have in common?

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They are all the same species.

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What do members of a community include?

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Members of a community include different species that interact with each other.

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Can a community exist without populations?

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No, a community is made up of multiple populations.

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Can a population exist without a community?

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Yes, a population can exist alone, but it is part of a community when interacting with other populations.

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What is an example of a community in the ocean?

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All the species in the ocean.

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What is an example of a population in Antarctica?

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The penguins in Antarctica.