Density independence
- Pronunciation
- /DEN-si-tee in-de-pen-dent FAHK-tuhrz/
- Category
- Ecology
- Singular
- Density independence
- Plural
- Density independent factors
Definition
Factors that influence population growth or survival that are not affected by the density of individuals within a given area.
Etymology
From the Latin 'densitas', meaning 'thickness' and 'independent' from the Latin 'independens'
Example
Temperature is a density independent factor that can influence insect development.
Related Terms
- Population ecology
- Carrying capacity
- Environmental factors