Unit 3 Review Flashcards
1
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Biotic Potential
A
Maximum number of individuals a species can produce if conditions were perfect
2
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Fecundity
A
Potential for a species to have babies
3
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Fertility
A
Natural ability of an organism to reproduce
4
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Cohort
A
A group of individuals that are all the same age
5
Q
3 Types of Survivorship Loss
A
Type 1, Type 2, Type 3
6
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Type 1
A
- Late loss
- High survivorship
- Majority reach maturity
- Typical of K-selected species
Ex. Humans
7
Q
Type 2
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- Constant loss
- Few offspring
- Equal death at each age interval
- Significant parental care
Ex. Birds
8
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Type 3
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- Early loss
- Low mortality after maturity
- Typical of R-selected species
Ex. Frogs
9
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Carrying Capacity
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