In a stable community, multiple populations can occupy the same role to ensure biodiversity. Indicate whether the statement is true or false


ANS: F
Stable communities only have one population filling each niche. Populations that are more effective
win the competition for a particular role in a community. Information can be found in the section
Communities Consist of Interacting Producers, Consumers, and Decomposers.

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