16. Which level of organization represents a group of organisms of one species that live in the same place at the same time?(1 point)
[Choice A] ecosystem
[Choice B] community
[Choice C] population
[Choice D] biome
[Choice C] population
The level of organization that represents a group of organisms of one species that live in the same place at the same time is [Choice C] population.
To determine the correct answer to this question, we need to understand the different levels of organization in ecology and then identify which level corresponds to a group of organisms of one species living in the same place at the same time.
First, let's define each of the options:
A) Ecosystem: An ecosystem is a community of organisms that interact with each other and their physical environment. It includes both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.
B) Community: A community is a group of different populations of organisms that live and interact in the same place at the same time.
C) Population: A population represents a group of organisms of the same species that live in the same place at the same time and have the potential to interbreed.
D) Biome: A biome refers to a large geographical area characterized by distinct plant and animal communities adapted to the specific environmental conditions of that region.
Now, looking at the options, the choice that represents a group of organisms of one species living in the same place at the same time is C) Population. A population consists of individuals of the same species living together within a specific area.
Therefore, the correct answer is Choice C) Population.