Populations Flashcards
1
Q
Ecology
A
Study of the interactions between organisms with their environment.
2
Q
Define population ecology
A
The study of how many organisms are in a population and why.
3
Q
Population size
A
Total number of individuals.
4
Q
Population density
A
Number of individuals per unit of area. E.g., # mice per square metre
5
Q
What challenges exist for counting the members of a population in a habitat like the fields south of Regina?
A
Habitat loss caused by humans or natural disasters could cause populations to scatter.
6
Q
Why might it be easier to count the members of a population on an island?
A
Might be easier if individuals cannot come and go.
