Exploring Population Ecology Activity Quiz

Directions: After we have discussed this activity as a class, complete this quiz to the best of your ability without using your activity sheet. 1. What is something that would reduce the population? a. Prey b. A larger pond c. More food d. None of the above 2. Explain why we chose to use the J curve or S curve.

3. Why does the size of the pond effect the fish population?

4. How long can population levels increase? a. a month b. a year c. depends on the size of the pond d. forever e. it doesnt increase

5. Why is it important to understand the variables and how they effect the ecosystem in this project?