Introduction to Ecology: Study of Nature's Home
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What is the literal meaning of the term 'Ecology'?

  • The study of living organisms
  • The study of environmental resources
  • The study of mineral cycling
  • The study of the home of nature (correct)

How is history related to Natural History and Ecology?

  • Natural History is the study of Ecology
  • Ecology has no historical roots
  • Man has engaged in Ecology since early history (correct)
  • Ecology is a branch of Natural History

What does ecology primarily study in terms of living organisms?

  • Their genetic makeup
  • Their relationship with each other and the environment (correct)
  • Their physical characteristics
  • Their energy production

Why did individuals in primitive societies need to have intimate knowledge of their environment?

<p>For their survival (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ancient Indian texts contain references to ecological concepts?

<p>The Vedas and Upanishads (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of environment according to the text?

<p>The sum total of living and non-living components surrounding an organism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are organisms obligatorily dependent on other organisms and the environment?

<p>For food, energy, water, oxygen, shelter, and other needs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of abiotic components of the environment?

<p>Atmospheric gases and wind (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the complexity of the relationship between organisms and the environment?

<p>The relationship is highly complex involving food, energy, water, oxygen, shelter, and more (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does an organism's external environment typically consist of?

<p>Both abiotic components like light and temperature, as well as biotic components like plankton and aquatic plants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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