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UPSC General Studies Solved Paper - General Studies-2013

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    Which one of the following terms describes not only the physical space occupied by organism, but also its functional role in the community of organisms?

    A)  Ecotone                       

    B)  Ecological niche

    C)  Habitat            

    D)  Home range

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    Exp. [b] In nature, many species occupy the same habitat, but they perform different functions. The functional characteristics of a species in its habitat is referred to as 'niche' in that common habitat. Ecological niche refers to both the ecological role and the space that an organism occupies in the community of organisms.


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