Matrix Projection Models Flashcards
1
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Why does population structure matter?
A
Rates of reproduction and survival of individuals in a population vary due to differences in a wide range of individual attributes e.g. age, sex, size
2
Q
What are the transitions in age structure models derived from?
A
Survival rates (probabilities)
Per capita reproduction rates
3
Q
Name another type of structure models that could be used for plants
A
Size structure model
4
Q
What are the two phases in population size trajectory?
A
1) The initial ‘transient’ growth/decline phase
2) The long term constant growth/decline phase
5
Q
What would a straight line on a log scale tell us about long term population growth rate?
A
Population is declining exponentially in the long term
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