Ecology

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What is the science of ecology?

  • The study of the distribution and abundance of species
  • The study of environmentalism
  • The study of the structure and function of ecosystems
  • The study of how organisms interact with each other and with their environment (correct)

Where does the word 'ecology' come from?

  • Greek word oikos (home/place to live) (correct)
  • Greek word for science
  • English word for biodiversity
  • Latin word for environment

What is NOT part of ecology?

  • The distribution and abundance of species
  • Environmentalism
  • Recycling (correct)
  • The structure and function of ecosystems

What is the main focus of ecology?

<p>The study of the distribution and abundance of species (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is ecology taught in intro bio?

<p>To introduce students to the science of biodiversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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