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Growth of population with time shows specific and predictable patters. Two types of growth patter of populaiton are exponetial and logistic growth . When resource in the habitat are unlimited each species has the ability to relize fully its innate potential to grow in number . Then the population gorws in exponential fashion . When the resource are limited growth curve shows an inital slow rate and then it accelerates and finally slows giving the gorwth curve which is sigmoid .
Identify the incorrect statement :

A

Exponential growth occurs is organism such as lemmings .

B

Logistic growth is more relistic .

C

Exponential growth has two phases lag and log .

D

In logistic growth, population passes well beyond the carrying capacity of ecosystem.

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To solve the question, we need to analyze the provided statements based on the information given in the paragraph about population growth patterns. Let's go through each statement step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Exponential Growth**: - Exponential growth occurs when resources are unlimited. This allows a species to grow at its maximum potential. - **Statement A**: "Exponential growth occurs in organisms such as lemmings." - This statement is correct because lemmings can experience exponential growth under favorable conditions. 2. **Understanding Logistic Growth**: - Logistic growth occurs when resources are limited. Initially, the population grows slowly, accelerates, and then slows down as it approaches the carrying capacity of the environment. - **Statement B**: "Logistic growth is more realistic." - This statement is also correct because logistic growth accounts for resource limitations, making it a more realistic model for most populations. 3. **Phases of Exponential Growth**: - Exponential growth can be divided into two phases: the lag phase (slow growth) and the log phase (rapid growth). - **Statement C**: "Exponential growth has two phases, lag and log." - This statement is correct as it accurately describes the phases of exponential growth. 4. **Carrying Capacity in Logistic Growth**: - In logistic growth, the population does not exceed the carrying capacity (K) of the ecosystem. The growth curve approaches this capacity asymptotically. - **Statement D**: "In logistic growth, population passes well beyond the carrying capacity of the ecosystem." - This statement is incorrect because, by definition, logistic growth does not allow the population to exceed the carrying capacity. ### Conclusion: The incorrect statement is **D**: "In logistic growth, population passes well beyond the carrying capacity of the ecosystem." ---

To solve the question, we need to analyze the provided statements based on the information given in the paragraph about population growth patterns. Let's go through each statement step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Exponential Growth**: - Exponential growth occurs when resources are unlimited. This allows a species to grow at its maximum potential. - **Statement A**: "Exponential growth occurs in organisms such as lemmings." - This statement is correct because lemmings can experience exponential growth under favorable conditions. ...
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