Overview
Worksheet #3
Population Ecology Population Structure Define population: Define population ecology: Define population density: Population Growth When a population is growing at a rate that keeps increasing, this type of growth is called: What are some factors that would limit population growth? List and describe the effect on the population of at least three different factors. When we talk about carrying capacity, what does this mean for a population in a certain area? How will this affect future generations? What is a “boom-and-bust” cycle? How can we work towards keeping “sustainable” populations in regard to resources used? The Human Population
Compare and contrast the human populations from the 1800s, 1990s and future predicted of 2043. Be sure to include the number of individuals in certain age groups as well as male vs. female. How will the dynamics of the human population affect our environment?