Differentiate between density-dependent and density-independent factors affecting population growth

Provide two examples for each, along with a brief explanation. What will be an ideal response?


Concepts to Consider: Density-dependent factors are those whose influence on the growth of a
population reflects the population density. As the population density increases, the impact of these
factors increases and contributes to a slowing of the growth rate through an increase in the death rate
or a decrease in the birth rate. The converse is also true. Examples of density-dependent factors include
predation, disease, and competition. Density-independent factors tend to be abiotic, are not influenced
by population density, and may have unpredictable effects on the population. Examples of densityindependent
factors include unusual weather events such as early freezes, floods, fires, and hurricanes.

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