WHAT IS LIFE? GDE.TO BIOLOGY W/PHYSIO.
WHAT IS LIFE? GDE.TO BIOLOGY W/PHYSIO.
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Author: PHELAN
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Chapter 16, Problem 3SA
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The difference between maximum yield and maximum sustainable yield in a population.

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Maximum yield and maximum sustainable yield are measures which are considered when a population of organisms is being harvested, or removed for food or other uses.

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