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What is carrying capacity?

  1. The speed at which an animal can travel

  2. The number of predators in an area

  3. The number of species in a habitat

  4. The largest number of animals an area can support

The correct answer is: The largest number of animals an area can support

Carrying capacity refers to the maximum population size of a particular species that can be sustained by its environment without any negative impacts on the environment itself. This includes factors such as resource availability, competition with other species, and environmental conditions. Option A is incorrect because it refers to the speed of an animal, not its population size. Option B is incorrect because it refers to predators, which are only one factor that can affect carrying capacity. Option C is incorrect because it refers to the number of species, not the population size of one specific species. Therefore, D is the best answer as it directly relates to the concept of carrying capacity.