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What happens when you increase r in an exponential growth graph?
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It makes the curve of the graph more severe because each organism can have more offspring which allows for a faster-growing population.
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What is the difference between r and dN/dt?
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r is the growth rate per capita (per individual) and dN/dt is the growth rate for the whole population.
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What are some examples of density-dependent and independent population limiting factors?
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Dependent factors could be diseases, predators, or fighting for resources. Independent could be drought, tornadoes, or the amount of sunlight.
