Population Biology Concepts and Models

Name: Population Biology Concepts and Models
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ISBN: 9780387948539

ISBN-10: 0387948538

ISBN-13: 9780387948539

Edition: 1997

Authors: Alan Hastings

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Population biology has been investigated quantitatively for many decades, resulting in a rich body of scientific literature. Ecologists often avoid this literature, put off by its apparently formidable mathematics. This textbook provides an introduction to the biology and ecology of populations by emphasizing the roles of simple mathematical models in explaining the growth and behavior of populations. The author only assumes acquaintance with elementary calculus, and provides tutorial explanations where needed to develop mathematical concepts. Examples, problems, extensive marginal notes and numerous graphs enhance the book's value to students in classes ranging from population biology and…

Book details

List price: $84.99
Copyright year: 1997
Publisher: Springer New York
Publication date: 12/13/1996
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 220
Size: 7.01" wide x 10.00" long
Weight: 1.188
Language: English




Introduction



Single Species



Density Independent Population Growth



Population Genetics



Density Dependent Population Growth



Evolution of Life Histories



Interacting Species



Interactions Between Species



Competition



Predator-Prey Interactions



Host-Parasitoid Interactions



Diseased and Pathogens; Coda