Density Independent Factors

Definition

Density independent factors are environmental factors that affect populations regardless of their density. These factors include natural disasters, climate change, and pollution.

Related terms

Abiotic Factors: Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem that can influence populations, such as temperature and sunlight.

Disruption Events: Disruption events refer to sudden disturbances in an ecosystem caused by natural disasters or human activities.

Extinction Events: Extinction events occur when large numbers of species go extinct within a relatively short period due to catastrophic events like asteroid impacts or volcanic eruptions.