Population ecology is a subfield of ecology that focuses on the dynamics of populations of organisms, particularly the factors that influence their size, distribution, density, and structure over time. It studies how populations interact with their environment and other populations, examining aspects such as birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration. Key concepts in population ecology include: 1. **Population Size**: The total number of individuals in a population at a given time.
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