Sample unit
- Pronunciation
- /SAM-ple YOU-nit/
- Category
- Sampling
- Singular
- Sample unit
- Plural
- Sample units
Definition
A portion of the sample universe from which counts of individuals are taken.
Etymology
Derived from the scientific method of sampling, where a representative portion of a larger population is selected for study.
Example
A 1 square meter quadrat is a sample unit used to count the number of insects present in a field.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
Commonly used in ecological fieldwork and population studies.