The term 'niche' of a species refers to:

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(D) The term 'niche' (specifically 'ecological niche') describes the functional role of an organism within its ecosystem,including its habitat,its int

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(D) The term 'niche' (specifically 'ecological niche') describes the functional role of an organism within its ecosystem,including its habitat,its interactions with other species,and how it utilizes resources. While 'habitat' refers to the physical place where an organism lives,'niche' encompasses both the physical space and the specific functional role the organism plays in that environment. Among the given options,the most accurate description of the niche concept in a simplified context is the specific functional role and the environment it occupies.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$a.$ Aestivation	$(i)$ Over wintering
$b.$ Hibernation	$(ii)$ Over summer
$c.$ Diapause	$(iii)$ Suspended development in zooplanktons

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