Logarithmic

Definition

In the context of biology, a logarithmic scale is often used to represent data that covers a large range of values in a compact way. It's a mathematical concept where each increment on the axis increases by a factor of 10.

Related terms

Exponential Growth:

This refers to an increase that becomes more rapid over time due to growth being proportional to current size.

pH Scale:

A logarithmic scale used in chemistry and biology that measures acidity or alkalinity. Each unit represents a tenfold difference in acidity.

Decibel Scale: Another example of a logarithmic scale used in physics and engineering to measure sound intensity. Each increase of 10 decibels represents approximately doubling the perceived loudness.