Theme - Growth Flashcards
1
Q
What does fecundity mean?
A
The number of eggs produced
2
Q
What is the different between semelparous and iteroparous reproduction?
A
Semelparous - breeds several/many times
Iteroparous - breeds just once
3
Q
What three things constitute a species’ [reproductive] life history?
A
Life span
Time to reach reproductive age
Number of eggs (offspring) produced
4
Q
What is the life history trade-off between?
A
Somatic effort (survival and growth) Reproductive effort
5
Q
What do the r- and k- strategists maximise?
A
R - maximises reproductive effort
K - maximises own competitiveness and survival
6
Q
What is the endocrine system made up of?
A
The endocrine glands secrete hormones and are then transported from one cell to another, affecting tissues
7
Q
How/where do hormones circulate in the body?
A
In blood for most animals
In the haemolymph for insects
