Standard Science Primary 6 Interactions

Organism X lives in a habitat where it relies on camouflage to hide from predators. If the environment changes and the background colour becomes different, what is the most likely outcome for the population of Organism X?

A The population will increase because they will reproduce faster.
B The population will move to another habitat immediately.
C The population will decrease because they are more easily spotted by predators.
D The population will stay the same because camouflage is not important.
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Step 1: Understand the role of camouflage (protection from predators). Step [2-9]: If the background changes, the organism is no longer camouflaged. Step [2-9]: Increased visibility leads to higher predation and a decrease in population.

Correct answer: The population will decrease because they are more easily spotted by predators.

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