JAMB Biology 2001 Question 50

Question 50

Ecological Associations

For heterotrophic organisms, competition is least caused by the inadequacy of

  1. A.mates
  2. B.space
  3. C.light
  4. D.nutrients.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (light)

Explanation

Heterotrophs do not need light to make food, so they rarely compete for it; they compete for food, space and mates.