A population of squirrels is in a phase of exponential growth. Which events would act to slow this growth? (Check all that apply)
A. heavy rainfall, resulting in larger seed and nut harvest
B. logging of nut trees
C. growth of the hawk population
D. increased population that is outstripping food supply
E. less competition from a diminished population of ground squirrels
F. a forest fire that destroys habitat
Answer:
B. logging of nut trees
C. growth of the hawk population
D. increased population that is outstripping food supply
F. a forest fire that destroys habitat
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