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In Geography / High School | 2014-08-07

There are 20 mice in a 5 m² field ecosystem. The population density of mice is _____.

Asked by Bellinghausen834

Answer (3)

you have to divide the total mice (20) by the area of the field (5) 20/ 5 is 4 4 mice per m^2

Answered by Demon | 2024-06-10

Population density is = population per unit area i.e 20/5 m^2
= 4 mice per m^2

Answered by Pulkit | 2024-06-10

The population density of mice in the 5 m² field is 4 mice per m², calculated by dividing the total number of mice (20) by the area (5 m²). Population density gives insight into the distribution and health of a species within an ecosystem. It's crucial for understanding ecological dynamics and potential competition among individuals.
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Answered by Demon | 2024-10-22