Which is a characteristic of exponential population growth?

a. Growth rate is inversely proportional to population size.

b. Initial population growth is rapid.

c. Resources are consumed exponentially during all phases.

d. The lag phase follows rapid growth.

c. Resources are consumed exponentially during all phases is the correct answer.

Explanation:

characteristic of exponential population growth is Resources are consumed exponentially during all phases. The exponential phase is a stage described by cells doubling at a uniformly growing rate. In the Exponential population growth: resources are abundant and the populations show exponential growth. Populations increase exponentially for some time but after that, they will finally be limited by nutrient availability. The best example of exponential growth is observed in bacteria.