Population Growth Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between R0 and λ?
A
R0 is the basic reproductive rate
λ is the population growth rate
2
Q
What is r?
A
The intrinsic, exponential growth rate (exponential growth cannot be sustained)
3
Q
What does r>0 mean?
A
Population grows
4
Q
What does r<0 mean?
A
Population declines
5
Q
What value is r when the population is stable?
A
0
6
Q
What is the calculation for population growth?
A
ΔN / Δt = b - d
Change in population size during time interval = Births during time interval - Deaths during time interval
