Population Dynamics and Wolf Studies

Mr. Bus introduces a video tutorial for distance learners on the Isle Royale population study. The video covers the ecology of Isle Royale, focusing on the wolf and moose populations. Historical and current population dynamics are discussed, including interventions to manage the populations. The tutorial includes a worksheet with calculations on population growth and rates, providing practice for AP Biology students.

What is the primary focus of the Isle Royale population study?

• The impact of climate change on the island

• The study of wolf and moose populations

• The history of human settlement on the island

• The geological formation of Isle Royale

Why was the wolf population on Isle Royale initially imbalanced?

• Because of a lack of food resources

• Due to isolation and inbreeding

• Because of competition with other predators

• Due to excessive hunting by humans

What was the main reason for introducing wolves to Isle Royale in the 1970s?

• To increase tourism on the island

• To study the behavior of wolves

• To control the overpopulation of moose

• To protect the island's vegetation

What recent action was taken to address the dwindling wolf population on Isle Royale?

• Repopulating with 20 or 30 wolves

• Relocating moose to other areas

• Building a bridge to the mainland

• Introducing new plant species

What does the Greek symbol delta (Δ) represent in population growth calculations?

• The total population

• The rate of birth

• The change in population

• The average lifespan

How is the rate of population change calculated?

• By adding the initial population to the final population

• By dividing the total population by the number of years

• By subtracting deaths from births and dividing by time

• By multiplying the birth rate by the death rate

What was the wolf population change rate from 1972 to 1974?

• 15 wolves per year

• 20 wolves per year

• 10 wolves per year

• 5 wolves per year

What was the moose population change from 1973 to 1977?

• Increased by 532

• Decreased by 532

• Increased by 133

• Decreased by 133

What is the significance of the 'per capita' concept in population studies?

• It assesses individual contribution to population change

• It determines the lifespan of species

• It calculates the average birth rate

• It measures the total population

What does the worksheet primarily focus on in terms of calculations?

• Historical events

• Population growth and rate calculations

• Weather patterns

• Geographical changes