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**Step-by-Step Text Solution:** 1. **Definition of Carrying Capacity**: Carrying capacity, denoted by the letter 'K', refers to the maximum number of individuals of a particular species that an environment can sustainably support. 2. **Factors Influencing Carrying Capacity**: The carrying capacity is influenced by various geographical and physical characteristics of the environment. Key factors include: - **Food Availability**: The amount of food resources available for the species. - **Water Availability**: Access to water resources necessary for survival. - **Competition**: The presence of other species competing for the same resources. ...
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  • Carrying capacity is

    A
    maximum number of individuals which an environment can sustain
    B
    minimum number of individuals which an enviorment can sustain
    C
    both (a) and (b)
    D
    None of these

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    A
    Both A and R are correct and R is correct explaination of A
    B
    A is true but R is wrong
    C
    A is wrong but R is true
    D
    Both A and R are wrong

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