Population Biology : Concepts and Models
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Book Description
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 population ecology to mathematical biology and mathematical ecology. The book will also be useful as a supplement to introductory courses in ecology.
Book Info
Provides an introduction to the biology and the ecology of populations by emphasizing the roles of simple mathematical models in explainig the growth and behavior of populations. Contains examples, problems and numerous graphs. Paper. DLC: Population biology - Mathematical model.
Population Biology: Concepts and Models,Alan Hastings,Springer,0387948538,Ecology,Life Sciences - Biology - General,Life Sciences - Ecology,Mathematical models,Nature/Ecology,Population biology,Science,Anthropology,Applied ecology,Ecological science, the Biosphere,Mathematics for scientists & engineers,Science / Zoology
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