What Is the Primary Distinction Between Ecology and Environmentalism

question 163

Multiple Choice

What is the primary distinction between ecology and environmentalism?

• A) Both are fields of scientific inquiry that generate knowledge about the natural world; they simply use different tools.
• B) Ecology places more emphasis on the biotic world and environmentalism on the abiotic world.
• C) Ecology places more emphasis on the abiotic world and environmentalism on the biotic world.
• D) Environmentalism focuses on human concerns, including economics and public policy; ecology focuses on scientific inquiry.
• E) Environmentalism focuses on details in all levels of organization; ecology tends to be more generalized.

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Definitions:

Consumer Products

Goods bought and used by consumers for personal or household purposes, including non-durable goods like food or durable goods like appliances.

Organizations

Entities comprised of multiple people working together towards a common goal, structured in a specific way to achieve objectives.

Business Customers

Entities, including companies or professionals, that purchase goods or services for use in the operation of a business or for resale.

Organizational Buying Objective

The goals or aims that guide purchasing decisions within a company, often focused on optimizing cost, quality, and supply chain efficiency.