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Survivorship Curves

Jack Wilson

Jack Wilson

7 min read

Study Guide Overview

This study guide covers survivorship curves, focusing on their types (I, II, and III), characteristics, and connection to r/K-selected species. It explains how these curves reflect mortality patterns and parental care impact. The guide also provides real-world applications in conservation and wildlife management, including example species and a comparison table. Finally, it offers exam tips, common question types, and practice questions for the AP Environmental Science exam.

Question 1 of 13

What do survivorship curves primarily illustrate about a population? ๐Ÿค”

The genetic diversity within a population

The proportion of individuals surviving to different ages

The total number of individuals in a population

The birth rate of a population