Which Terms Describe Generalized Spatial Patterns That May Be Exhibited

Question

Which terms describe generalized spatial patterns that may be exhibited by organisms?
A) Aggregated
B) Random
C) Regular
D) Segregated

Accepted Answer

Aggregated, random, and regular are all terms used to describe different types of spatial patterns exhibited by organisms. Aggregated patterns occur when individuals cluster together in space, while random patterns occur when individuals are distributed randomly throughout an area. Regular patterns occur when individuals are spaced out evenly in space. Segregated is not a term used to describe generalized spatial patterns, and is therefore not a correct answer choice.