In 'Tolerance' graph, the x-axis is 'Range of Environmental Variable' and y-axis is 'Population.' A bell shaped curve has been depicted.
- Mid portion of the bell is 'optimum range', marked in deep blue.
- Left end of the bell is 'Lower limit of tolerance' and right end of the bell is 'Higher limit of tolerance.'
- Portion to the left and right of bell curve is the region where species are absent from zones of intolerance.