Question

Which comparison correctly states the occurrence in nature of the two population growth curves?

Options

• J-shaped: Rare, e.g., bacteria in lab; S-shaped: Common in natural populations

• J-shaped: limited resources; S-shaped: completely unlimited resources

• J-shaped: Sustained infinitely in nature; S-shaped: environmental resistance is absent

• J-shaped: Common in natural populations; S-shaped: Rare, e.g., bacteria in lab

Answer 1

J-shaped growth is rare in nature and can be seen temporarily in laboratory bacterial cultures. S-shaped growth is common in natural populations because resources are limited.