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What is ecology?
What is ecology?
- The study of genetics and heredity
- The study of chemical reactions in living organisms
- The science of space exploration
- The science of how organisms interact with each other and with their environment (correct)
Where does the word 'ecology' originate from?
Where does the word 'ecology' originate from?
- Latin word ecologia, meaning environment
- Sanskrit word eco, meaning earth
- Greek word oikos, meaning home (correct)
- French word éco, meaning nature
What is the Endosymbiotic theory for the origin of Mitochondria?
What is the Endosymbiotic theory for the origin of Mitochondria?
- Theory proposing that mitochondria are not of biological origin
- Theory proposing that mitochondria originated from eukaryotic organisms
- Theory proposing that mitochondria originated from prokaryotic organisms (correct)
- Theory proposing that mitochondria originated from viruses
What are model organisms in ecology?
What are model organisms in ecology?
What does a population refer to in ecology?
What does a population refer to in ecology?
What is the study of distribution and abundance of species and the structure and function of ecosystems known as?
What is the study of distribution and abundance of species and the structure and function of ecosystems known as?
Who proposed the Endosymbiotic theory for the origin of Mitochondria?
Who proposed the Endosymbiotic theory for the origin of Mitochondria?
What are species that are studied to understand a biological phenomena known as?
What are species that are studied to understand a biological phenomena known as?
What is the science of Biodiversity also referred to as?
What is the science of Biodiversity also referred to as?
What is the setting where evolution plays out according to Hutchinson's Ecological Theatre and the Evolutionary Play Book?
What is the setting where evolution plays out according to Hutchinson's Ecological Theatre and the Evolutionary Play Book?
Study Notes
Introduction to Ecology
- Ecology is the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment.
Origin of the Word "Ecology"
- The word "ecology" originates from the Greek words "oikos" meaning "house" or "dwelling" and "logos" meaning "study" or "knowledge".
Endosymbiotic Theory
- The Endosymbiotic theory proposes that mitochondria originated from a symbiotic relationship between ancient bacteria and the cells of early eukaryotes.
- The Endosymbiotic theory was proposed by Lynn Margulis.
Model Organisms
- Model organisms are species that are studied to understand a biological phenomenon, such as the development of fruit flies (Drosophila melanogaster) to understand genetics and development.
Population Ecology
- A population refers to a group of individuals of the same species that occupy a specific geographic area and can interbreed.
Study of Distribution and Abundance
- The study of the distribution and abundance of species and the structure and function of ecosystems is known as biogeography.
Biodiversity Science
- The science of biodiversity is also referred to as conservation biology.
Ecological Theatre and Evolutionary Play
- According to Hutchinson's Ecological Theatre and the Evolutionary Play Book, the setting where evolution plays out is the ecological niche.
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Description
Test your knowledge of ecology with this quiz on the fundamentals of the science, including the interactions between organisms and their environment, biodiversity, and the structure and function of ecosystems. This quiz will cover key concepts from BIO120 Lecture 1, such as the distribution and abundance of species, as well as insights from notable ecologists like Hutchinson.
