9.1 Population Flashcards

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Population

A

organisms in the same place at the same time who can reproduce together

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Population Density

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of individuals/area

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Population Distribution

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Pattern in which organisms of a population are spread throughout a range

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Random vs. Uniform vs. Clumped

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Random- organisms are randomly spread out, inhibits the growth of nearby populations
-Clumped- organisms are in groups, helps find a favorable environment
Uniform- organisms are very evenly spread out, favored conditions are localized and easily accessible

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Random Sampling

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of organisms in sample/area of sample=total # of organisms/total area

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Mark and recapture

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total marked/# of total organisms= total recaptured with marks/ # of organisms recaptured

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