Ecological niche is

Options

A. the surface area of the ocean.
B. an ecologically adapted zone
C. the physical position and functional role of a species within the community.
D. formed of all plants and animals living at the bottom of a lake.

Answer

C

Explanation

Ecological niche is ecologically adapted zone, that is, the particular place of habitat occupied by individual of a species within its ecosystem. Ecological niche have specific characteristics, such as availability of nutrients, temperature, terrain, sunlight, and predators, which influences how populations affect and are affected by resources and enemies.