Population Dynamics

Background:

This lecture will give you an understanding of the factors that go into examining populations of organisms.

Reading Assignment:

Read Chapter 35 in the textbook: Biology: Concepts & Connections, 3rd Ed

Refer to page 95 - Chapter Summary in Survey of Biology Lecture Notes - for the terms and key points you need to know. The Key Points are your guide to success in the course because they focus your attention on those topics upon which you need to concentrate your study to be optimally prepared for the upcoming examination.

Also study the references to the textbook which are indicated in the Survey of Biology Lecture Notes.

Lab Manual Assignment:

Complete the crossword and questions for chapter 6. Have the crossword ready to hand in at the start of class.

Study Group Activities:

Quiz everyone in the group on the flashcards labeled "Population Dynamics." Try to complete this before the
lecture called "Population Dynamics." Quiz each other on the terms listed on page 95 in the lecture notes. Review the key points. It is a good idea to assign some of the key points to each member to review with the group.

Visit the class web page to practice intrinsic rate calculations.

Interactive Study Partner CD ROM:

Use Activities: 35A - Population Density Lab