Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Density dependent factors are environmental factors whose effects on populations depend on their density. These factors include competition for resources, predation, and disease transmission.
Related terms
Intraspecific Competition: Intraspecific competition refers to the competition between individuals of the same species for limited resources.
Predator-Prey Interactions: Predator-prey interactions involve the relationship between predators (animals that hunt and kill other animals) and their prey (animals that are hunted and killed by predators).
Disease Dynamics: Disease dynamics refer to how diseases spread within populations, including factors such as transmission rates and host resistance.