What is the term used to describe the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support indefinitely?
A. Ecological niche B. Limiting factor C. Carrying capacity D. Density-dependent factor
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
Carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals of a species that a particular environment can sustain over a prolonged period of time. It represents the balance between the available resources in the environment and the population's demand for those resources.
