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Exponential Population Growth quiz #2 Flashcards

Exponential Population Growth quiz #2
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  • Which phase of growth is characterized by limited nutrients and exponential death of cells?
    The phase characterized by limited nutrients and exponential death of cells is the death phase.
  • What is the equation for exponential population growth?
    The equation for exponential population growth is nt = n0 * e^(rt).
  • What does the variable 'r' represent in the exponential growth model?
    In the exponential growth model, 'r' represents the per capita population growth rate.
  • What shape does the exponential growth curve typically form?
    The exponential growth curve typically forms a J-shaped curve.
  • Why is exponential population growth unsustainable in nature over long periods?
    Exponential population growth is unsustainable in nature over long periods due to limited resources.
  • What does the equation dN/dt = rN describe in the context of population growth?
    The equation dN/dt = rN describes the instantaneous population growth rate at any time instant.
  • What is Euler's number approximately equal to?
    Euler's number is approximately equal to 2.71828.
  • What does the equation ΔN/Δt = rΔt * N represent?
    The equation ΔN/Δt = rΔt * N represents the average population growth rate over a discrete time interval.
  • What is the significance of the r max value in population growth?
    The r max value is the maximum per capita population growth rate that occurs under ideal conditions.
  • How does the value of 'r' affect the speed of population growth?
    The greater the value of 'r', the faster the population size will increase.
  • What conditions must be met for a population to experience exponential growth according to the exponential population growth model?
    A population will experience exponential growth if the per capita growth rate (r) is both positive and constant, and resources are unlimited.
  • How does the value of the per capita growth rate (r) affect the shape of the exponential growth curve?
    A higher value of r results in a steeper, faster-increasing exponential curve, while a lower r produces a slower, less steep curve.