Biological scaling

Biological scaling refers to how different biological characteristics change as the size of an organism changes. For example, larger animals tend to have different metabolic rates, growth patterns, and physical structures compared to smaller ones. This phenomenon affects everything from how quickly an animal grows to how much food it needs. It highlights the relationship between size and efficiency in nature, influencing traits like heart rate, lifespan, and energy consumption. Understanding scaling helps scientists predict how organisms function and adapt in their environments based on their size.