Definition

The study of how living things interact with each other and their surroundings, including the environment and other organisms.

Example

Understanding ecology is essential for protecting our planet's biodiversity.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our actions affect the ecology around us?

Definitely! It's really concerning how much pollution we create.

Exactly, and I think we need to be more aware of our impact on the environment.

For sure! Learning about ecology can really help us make better choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ecology → It is formed from "oikos" (meaning house or environment) and "logia" (meaning study of). The word "ecology" refers to the study of the relationships between living organisms and their environment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'oikos' as a 'house' or 'environment' and 'logia' as the 'study of' — ecology is the study of how living things interact with their environment.

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