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Published on: August 13, 2026
Two species of barnacles vie for space in the intertidal zone. The one that remains is –
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
In competition between barnacle species (classic example: Chthamalus and Balanus), the species that survives is:
• The better competitor for space
• Better adapted to the intertidal conditions
So survival depends on both competitive ability and adaptation, making both and correct.
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