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AP Environmental Science Flashcards: K Selected And R Selected Species

Study K Selected And R Selected Species in AP Environmental Science with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

Which type of species is more vulnerable to extinction?

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ANSWER

K-selected species. Slower reproduction and specialization increase extinction risk.

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A conservation team is prioritizing protection for a large bird that lays one egg per year, provides long-term care, and requires stable nesting habitat. Which statement best explains why habitat disruption is especially harmful to this species?
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