Question

A population is correctly defined as having which of the following characteristics?
a. Inhabiting the same geography area.
b. Individual belonging to same species.
c. Possessing a constant and uniform density and
dispersion.

• A. a and b only
• B. b and c only
• C. a and c only
• D. b only

Answer 1

The correct option is A a and b only

• A population refers to a group of organisms of a species that interbreed and live in the same place at the same time.
• They are capable of interbreeding or reproduction.
• The distribution of species of a particular population may fluctuate due to some internal factors like biotic factors, carrying capacity etc.
• Thus, the correct answer is option A.