Density-independent factors:A) influence population size and are in turn influenced by changes in population density.B) may be the result of intense interspecific competition.C) are typically abiotic.D) may include parasites.E) may include diseases.

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Density-independent factors:A)  influence population size and are in turn influenced by changes in population density.B)  may be the result of intense interspecific competition.C)  are typically abiotic.D)  may include parasites.E)  may include diseases.

Terell Hector · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Density-independent factors are typically abiotic, meaning they are not influenced by the density of the population and include things like weather, natural disasters, and pollution. These factors affect populations regardless of their density.

Density-independent factors:

A) influence population size and are in turn influenced by changes in population density.
B) may be the result of intense interspecific competition.
C) are typically abiotic.
D) may include parasites.
E) may include diseases.

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