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Biology and Life Systems

Growth, genetics, ecology, and evolution.

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    p2+2pq+q2=1p^2 + 2pq + q^2 = 1

    Allele frequencies remain constant across generations under ideal conditions.

    Biological Sciences
    Genetics
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    dNdt=rN(1NK)\frac{dN}{dt} = rN\left(1 - \frac{N}{K}\right)

    Population grows exponentially at first, then slows as it approaches carrying capacity K.

    Biological Sciences
    Ecology
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    dxdt=αxβxy,dydt=δxyγy\frac{dx}{dt} = \alpha x - \beta xy, \quad \frac{dy}{dt} = \delta xy - \gamma y

    Predator-prey populations oscillate—prey growth minus predation, predators grow from eating prey.

    Biological Sciences
    Ecology
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    N(t)=N0ertN(t) = N_0 e^{rt}

    Population doubles repeatedly at a constant proportional rate.

    Biological Sciences
    Ecology
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