Preview - Wolf Vs. Sheep

Conclusion

Questions

Please answer the questions below.

Which graph best illustrates the sheep population given no predators and unlimited resources?

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Which graph most closely illustrates a stable system?

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B.

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D.

Natural populations are subject to many pressures and disturbances in their habitats.  Describe 3 different disturbances that would affect the wolf or sheep populations.  Specifically mention how each disturbance affects the population.

Describe the different outcomes that happen when all of the sheep die off versus when all of the wolves die off.

List 3 reasons why scientist might use a model like this.

Describe 3 limitations of using a model like this to make predictions about what could happen in the real world.

Notes

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