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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The specific position or function of an organism in a place is its
Options
A ecosystem
B habitat
C ecological niche
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D functional niche
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An ecological niche is the role and position a species has in its environment, encompassing its use of resources, interactions with other species, and its functional role in the community. Habitat is just the physical location.

Hint

This term is often described as an organism's 'profession', not just its 'address'.

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