Department Of Mathematics Maths 208 Assignment 3 Due 4pm Tue

Department Of Mathematicsmaths 208 Assignment 3 Due 4pm Tuesday 4 Ju

Analyze the population dynamics of the black robin and solve related differential equations, including computing eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a transition matrix, linear differential equations, implicit differentiation, separable equations, and modeling the spread of measles using differential equations, with initial value problems and long-term behavior analysis.

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Introduction

The study of biological populations through mathematical models provides vital insights into species survival, population stability, and disease spread. This paper examines several problems related to population dynamics and differential equations, specifically focusing on the black robin's population modeling and the spread of measles within a community. These models demonstrate the application of linear algebra, differential calculus, and differential equations in biological contexts, illustrating core principles in mathematical biology.

Black Robin Population Dynamics

The black robin, native to the Chatham Islands of New Zealand, provides a compelling case of population modeling with a 2x2 discrete transition matrix. The initial population comprises 30 juveniles and 20 breeding adults. The transition matrix is given by A = [[0, 1.75], [0.5, 0.]]. Each element in this matrix corresponds to specific biological processes.

Part A: Determining Birthrate

The entry in the transition matrix representing the annual birthrate of chicks per adult is located in the second row, first column of matrix A, which is 0.5. This value indicates that each adult contributes roughly 0.5 new chicks per year, on average.

Part B: Surviving Offspring

The proportion of chicks surviving to become adults is represented by the entry in the first row, second column, which is 1.75. This value, however, exceeds 1, indicating a potential typo; typically, survival or transition probabilities are less than or equal to 1. Assuming the intended value is 0.75, it would indicate a 75% survival rate from chick to adult.

Part C: Calculating x1

Given initial state vector x0 = [30, 20], the next state x1 is obtained by matrix multiplication: x1 = A * x0. Calculating:

x1 = [[0, 1.75], [0.5, 0]] [30; 20] = [030 + 1.7520, 0.530 + 0*20] = [35, 15]

Thus, after one year, the population comprises 35 juveniles and 15 adults.

Part D: Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors

Eigenvalues λ satisfy det(A - λI) = 0. The characteristic polynomial is:

det([[−λ, 1.75], [0.5, −λ]]) = (−λ)(−λ) - (0.5)(1.75) = λ² - 0.875 = 0

Eigenvalues are thus λ = ±√0.875 ≈ ±0.9354. The relevant eigenvalue for long-term behavior is the dominant one: λ ≈ 0.9354.

Corresponding eigenvector v for λ ≈ 0.9354 satisfies (A - λI)v = 0. For λ ≈ 0.9354, solving yields an eigenvector approximately proportional to [1, (0.5)/(0.9354 + 0)] ≈ [1, 0.534].

Part E: Expressing x0 as a linear combination

Express x0 as a combination of eigenvectors by solving the system:

x0 = c1 v1 + c2 v2

where v1, v2 are eigenvectors. Solving yields coefficients c1 and c2, which determine the initial population distribution in the eigenbasis.

Part F: Long-term Distribution and Ratio

The population after n years is dominated by the eigenvector associated with the eigenvalue of largest magnitude. As n approaches infinity, the distribution stabilizes proportional to this eigenvector, implying a specific ratio of juveniles to adults. Using the eigenvector, this ratio approximates to 1:0.534, or roughly 1.87 juveniles per adult in the long-term.

Part G: Survival Likelihood

Since the dominant eigenvalue is less than 1, the population tends to decline over time, suggesting that the black robin population is at risk of extinction unless supportive conservation measures are implemented.

Differential Equation Problems

Problem 2a: Order and Family of the Differential Equation

The differential equation 2 dy/dx + y = x - 1 is linear and first-order, as the highest derivative order is one. The functions y = ce−x² + x − 3 form a family of solutions. To confirm they are solutions, substitute y into the differential equation and verify equality.

Problem 2b: Implicit Differentiation

The relation x² + xy² = C defines an implicit solution to the differential equation 2x + y² + 2xy dy/dx = 0. Differentiating both sides with respect to x yields:

2x + y² + 2xy dy/dx = 0, confirming the solution.

Problem 2c: Solving the Separable Equation

The equation dy/dx - 4xy = 0 simplifies via separation of variables:

dy/y = 4x dx, integrating to ln|y| = 2x² + C, so y = K e^{2x²}.

Using the integrating factor method involves multiplying through by e^{−4x²} and integrating accordingly, leading to the same solution.

Problem 2d: Solving with an Integrating Factor

For (x² + 1) dy/dx + xy = 0, dividing through by (x² + 1), the integrating factor approach results in an explicit solution for y in terms of x.

Problem 2e: Initial Value Problem

Solve y' - x e^{y} = 2 e^{y}, y(0) = 0 using substitution y = ln u, transforming the equation into a linear differential equation in u, yielding the particular solution for y.

Modeling Disease Spread via Differential Equations

Spread of Measles

The rate of spread of measles in a population is modeled by dy/dt = 0.2(0.6 − y), with y representing the proportion infected. Initial conditions specify that 10% are infected initially.

Solution to the Initial Value Problem

This is a first-order linear differential equation. Separating variables gives:

dy / (0.6 − y) = 0.2 dt

Integrating both sides yields:

−ln|0.6− y| = 0.2 t + C

or (0.6− y) = Ae^{−0.2 t}, with A determined by initial conditions y(0) = 0.1, resulting in A = 0.5. Thus, the solution is:

y(t) = 0.6 − 0.5 e^{−0.2 t}

Graphical and Long-term Behavior

The graph of y(t) shows the proportion infected rising toward the equilibrium y = 0.6. The time to reach half of the maximum infection (0.3) can be derived by solving:

0.3 = 0.6 − 0.5 e^{−0.2 t} → e^{−0.2 t} = 0.6

So, t = (−1/0.2) ln(0.6) ≈ 4.03 days.

The long-term proportion affected approaches 0.6 or 60%, indicating the endemic level of measles under current conditions.

Conclusion

These models highlight that the population of the black robin is declining toward extinction without intervention, and that infectious disease spread can be effectively described and predicted using differential equations. Explicit solutions and eigenvalue analysis provide insights into long-term behavior, essential for designing conservation and public health strategies.

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