Unit 5 Flashcard Review

Front

In random population distribution, individuals are spaced at _______ distances from each other.

Back

Unpredictable

Front

Which of the following is the least common form of distribution in nature?

Back

Random Distribution

Front

What two factors lead to a declining population?

Back

Death Rate & Emigration

Front

Which of the following is a density-dependent factor?

Back

Space

Front

What is the density of Habitat 5?

Back

0.57/km²

Front

Define random distribution in ecology.

Back

A type of population distribution where individuals are spaced unpredictably, often due to the absence of strong social interactions or resource competition.

Front

What is clumped distribution?

Back

A population distribution pattern where individuals are grouped together in patches, often due to resource availability.

Front

Explain uniform distribution in ecology.

Back

A distribution pattern where individuals are evenly spaced, often due to territorial behavior or competition for resources.

Front

What is the difference between immigration and emigration?

Back

Immigration is the movement of individuals into a population, while emigration is the movement of individuals out of a population.

Front

What is a density-independent factor?

Back

A factor that affects population size regardless of the population's density, such as natural disasters.