Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 23, Problem 4TY
The large intestine of humans is populated by a complex community of benign microorganisms (not harmful) which compete for nutrients and may prevent pathogenic (harmful) microorganisms from becoming established. Which term would best describe this?
a. competitive exclusion
b. selective pressure
c. succession
d. environmental resistance
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