If a predator overexploits its prey in an ecosystem then what might be consequences of this?

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12.Ecosystem

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If a predator overexploits its prey in an ecosystem then what might be consequences of this?

A

Prey might be extinct

B

Predator might be extinct

C

Both $(a)$ and $(b)$

D

No affect on prey and predator

Solution

If a predator if overexploits its prey then prey might become extinct and following it the predator will also become extinct for lack of food

Standard 12

Biology

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