Euler-Lotka equation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013084",
  "term": "Euler-Lotka equation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A mathematical formula used in population ecology and ecotoxicology to calculate the intrinsic rate of natural increase (r) for a population with age-specific birth and death rates. The equation relates this rate to the net reproductive rate and mean generation time, providing a quantitative measure of population growth under specific environmental conditions. It is applied in risk assessment to model the potential effects of toxicants on the long-term viability of a population.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 882 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/euler-lotka-equation/"
}