Logistic curve

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006752",
  "term": "Logistic curve",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A sigmoid-shaped curve that describes a pattern of growth or change that is initially exponential but then slows down as it approaches a maximum limit, often referred to as the carrying capacity. This mathematical model is frequently used in ecology to represent population growth in a limited environment. It is characterized by an S-shape with an upper asymptote.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "population"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 907 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/logistic-curve/"
}