Instruction
Read about "Limiting Factors" start on page 152 in your textbook. Write a 5-paragraph essay that addresses the following:
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2:
• Describe the characteristics of an invasive species.
• Research and provide a short summary of an invasive species that you find interesting, including the scientific name, a description, and the problems it has caused. (NOTE: Refer to the Library FAQ link under Course Information for directions on how to research a topic.)
Paragraph 3:
• Discuss where the invasive species originated and how it was relocated to a new area.
Paragraph 4:
• Describe how invasive species could be considered a limiting factor.
• Explain what type of limiting factor it would be (Intrinsic/Extrinsic and Density Dependent/Density Independent). Be sure to give your reasons why you have selected the type of limiting factor you decide on.
Paragraph 5: Conclusion (summary of main points)
Your work must use APA style to cite all references consulted or it will not be accepted. Using another’s work without citations is considered plagiarism.