ecology
//iˈkɒlədʒi//
Noun
1
The branch of biology that deals with the relationships between living organisms and their physical environment.
She is studying ecology to understand how animals interact with their environment.
2
The relationship between living organisms and their environment in a particular area.
Scientists are studying the ecology of the coral reef to understand how pollution affects marine life.
3
The study of the interaction of people with their environment, especially in relation to conservation and sustainability.
Urban ecology examines how city dwellers interact with their environment and natural resources.