What does the term carrying capacity describe? a) the maximum number of birth rates for a population. b) the ability of a population to accept new immigrants. c) the population size that the environment can sustain. d) the ratio of birth rates to death rates in a population.

I think the answer your looking for is C. :)

i think its c.

Explanation:

i have one.

as the gila monster consumes the eggs or young of the desert cottontail and gambel's quail, thus its main food supply is only accessible for a restricted time duration every year. however, for this, the gila monsters exhibit three adaptations, which elevate their survival rate in the desert condition.  

first, is that they possess huge bodies, and can consume greater concentrations of food during a small period. secondly, they require to feed infrequently as they can accumulate fat in their tails. ultimately, their rate of metabolism is very low, so that they can burn their reservoirs of fat gradually.