Campbell Biology, Books a la Carte Plus Mastering Biology with eText -- Access Card Package (10th Edition)
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Chapter 52, Problem 8TYU
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Introduction: In ecology the stratification refers to the process in which the vertical layering of habitat occurs. It is arranged according to the layers of the vegetation. Each of the layers is inhabited by different plant and animal species according to their requirements and preferences.
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Campbell Biology, Books a la Carte Plus Mastering Biology with eText -- Access Card Package (10th Edition)
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