The Study of the Interactions Among Organisms and Between Organisms

question 37

Multiple Choice

The study of the interactions among organisms and between organisms and their abiotic environment that live and interact together within an area at the same time is:

• A)ecosystem
• B)ecology
• C)landscape ecology
• D)biosphere

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Definitions:

Biological Evolution

The process by which species of organisms change over time through genetic variation and natural selection.

Biological Extinction

The complete disappearance of a species from Earth, meaning no living members of the species exist anymore.

Native Vegetation

Plant species that are indigenous to a particular area and have not been introduced by human activity.

Habitat Destruction

The process in which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present, leading to the displacement or destruction of its biodiversity.