Mutualism - Structure and Function of Plants - Lecture Notes, Study notes of Biology

Download Mutualism - Structure and Function of Plants - Lecture Notes and more Study notes Biology in PDF only on Docsity! Ecology II • Mutualism –a biological interaction in which the growth, survival, and/or reproduction of both interacting species are enhanced. • Plant pollinators (video April 7th) • Plant fungal interactions • Plant insect/herbivore interactions • • Plant Fungal Interactions • Plant-Ant interactions – involve several families and modification of several plant structures • Examples • Ecology II: Plant – Environment. • Focusing on plant water relations in various habitats • • Structural adaptation to dry environments • Deserts • Highly drained soils (e.g., sand, rock cracks, etc.) • Cold environments (e.g., water all around but unavailable) • Even in tropical rainforests (say what?) • Life History Traits and Water Availability (Focus on Desert Environments) • Annuals - Epitomized by “r” selected species. Rapid abundant production of seed and short life span. • Perennials- Sometimes represent the range “r” and “K” selected • Long-lived species - Typically epitomize “K” selected species. K refers to the carrying capacity of a population and represents the number of individuals that can co-exist. Redwoods are considered at the extreme of K species. Docsity.com