Population dynamics

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009271",
  "term": "Population dynamics",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The study of how populations change in size, age structure, and distribution over time, influenced by factors such as birth rates, death rates, immigration, and emigration. This field analyzes the interactions between populations and their environment, including resource availability and predation. Mathematical models are often used to predict future population trends.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "population"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 930 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/population-dynamics/"
}