Which of the following is a k-selected species in the ocean and why?
algae are a k-selected species because they have a very slow growth phase.
algae are a k-selected species because they have a very rapid growth phase.
birds are a k-selected species because they have long life spans.
birds are a k-selected species because they have short life spans.

The correct answer is the following: option c. Birds are a K-selected species because they have long life spans.

K-selected species are characterized for having populations that fluctuate at or near the carrying capacity of the environment in which they reside. They posses relative stable populations and produce rather a low number of offspring, due to the fact that they have a long gestation period and a slow maturation rate. All k-selected species have long life spans and examples of these species are mammals, birds and large plants. Algae is not considered to be a plant as it does not has roots, stems or leaves.

recent improvements in technology/telecommunication/internet have increased the pace of globalization.

explanation:

recent improvements in technology have enhanced the pace of globalization. it is not difficult to recognize that technology has created the human race one big issue. there are several aspects to technology but they all serve to meet us the further. i can beat and be friends with a fellow, thousands of miles away. technology has also bridged the knowledge gap and has presented for the ready transfer of ideas and values.