APFIVE Calculating Population Density
A biologically diverse forest contains 10,000 individuals spread over an area of 500 square kilometers. Which of the following statements about population density is false?
A
Population density is determined by dividing the total population by the total area, yielding 20 individuals per square kilometer.
B
A density of 20 individuals per square kilometer suggests a moderate level of dispersion compared to denser regions such as urban centers.
C
Population density is an important metric for assessing how species are distributed in a given area.
D
Population density is calculated as $$10,000*500=5,000,000$$ individuals per square kilometer.
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