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Author: Audesirk, Teresa, Gerald, Byers, Bruce E.
Publisher: Pearson,
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The term biotic potential and also list the factors that influence it, and also explain why natural selection may favor a high biotic potential.
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Biotic potential is defined as the maximum ability of an individual to reproduce under defines set of condition. Humans are characterized by a lower biotic potential, as the human growth gets restricted due to the disease, restricted food, and predation.
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