Fecundity
Fecundity
Fecundity (/fɪˈkʌndɪti/) is a term used in biology and demography to refer to the potential reproductive capacity of an individual or population. It is derived from the Latin word 'fecunditas', meaning fruitfulness or fertility.
Definition
Fecundity is the physiological maximum potential for reproduction of an organism or population. In human demography, it refers to the ability of women to conceive and bear children. In biology, it is often used to describe the reproductive rate of an organism, particularly in relation to the number of eggs or seeds produced.
Related Terms
- Fertility: While fecundity refers to the potential for reproduction, fertility refers to the actual reproductive output. Fertility can be influenced by factors such as health, nutrition, and social circumstances.
- Reproductive Health: This is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being in all matters relating to the reproductive system.
- Demography: The statistical study of populations, especially human beings.
- Biology: The natural science that studies life and living organisms, including their physical structure, chemical processes, molecular interactions, physiological mechanisms, development and evolution.
See Also
References
- The Oxford Dictionary of Biology. Oxford University Press, 2016.
- The Cambridge Dictionary of Human Biology and Evolution. Cambridge University Press, 2005.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fecundity
- Wikipedia's article - Fecundity
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