[Campbell Biology P.1240] Which statement accurately differentiates between population densit... | Practice Question

Which statement accurately differentiates between population density and population dispersion?

• A: Population density refers to the pattern of spacing among individuals, while dispersion is the number of individuals per unit area or volume.
• B: Population density is the number of individuals per unit area or volume, and population dispersion describes the pattern of spacing among individuals within population boundaries.
• C: Population density measures population size, whereas dispersion measures population growth rate.
• D: Population density and dispersion are interchangeable terms used to describe the total number of individuals in an area.