ecology Flashcards
is the scientific study of the
interactions between living organisms and their environment. It explores how organisms, populations, and communities adapt, interact,
and thrive within their ecosystems.
Ecology
Ecology is the scientific study of the
interactions between living organisms and their environment. It explores how organisms, populations, and communities adapt, interact,
and thrive within their ecosystems.
It is an interdisciplinary field that includes
biology, geography, and earth sciences.
Two major subdivisions of modern ecology are:
Autecology (Population Ecology)
Synecology (Community/Ecosystem Ecology)
focuses on
the study of individual species in relation to their
environment.
Autecology (Population Ecology)
studies groups of different species and their
interactions within a shared environment.
Synecology (Community/Ecosystem Ecology)
is a community of living organisms
(plants, animals, microbes) interacting with each
other and their non-living environment (air, water,
soil)
ecosystem
is the basic unit of the field of the
scientific study of nature
ecosystem
It is made up of two inseparable components:
abiotic and biotic components.
the non-living, physical, and chemical
elements of an ecosystem. They create the environment in which biotic components exist
and interact.
Abiotic
the living organisms within an
ecosystem. They interact with each other and with abiotic components to maintain the flow of energy and nutrients through the
ecosystem.
Biotic
FOUR BROAD CATEGORIES OF
ENVIRONMENT
TERRESTRIAL ENVIRONMENT
FRESHWATER ENVIRONMENT
OCEANIC MARINE ENVIRONMENT
SYMBIOTIC ENVIRONMENT
It is based on land,
contains biomes, such as
Forests, grasslands, and
savannas deserts, etc.
TERRESTRIAL
ENVIRONMENT
an
environment where water remains
mostly still or moves very slowly.
Examples include lakes and ponds.
Standing-water habitat
an
environment where water is constantly
flowing, such as in rivers and streams.
Running-water habitat
It has saltwater and can be
generally divided into two
parts: the shallow waters
near the coast, called the
neritic zone, and the deeper
waters farther out in the
ocean, known as the oceanic
region.
OCEANIC MARINE ENVIRONMENT
It describes a situation where two or more different types of organisms live together and help each other out
SYMBIOTIC
ENVIRONMENT
types of SYMBIOTIC
ENVIRONMENT
Mutualism
* Parasitism
* Commensalism
focuses on
applying engineering principles and
technologies to address ecological
challenges and enhance environmental
quality.
Environmental Engineering
is the study of ecosystems, focusing
on the interactions between organisms and their environment
Ecology
serve as practical units within
which ecological principles can be observed, tested, and understood.
Ecosystems
Together, ecology and ecosystems provide a
comprehensive framework
Ecology informs s
sustainable engineering
practices
Engineering solutions support
ecological goals.
relies on a
network of species to perform a given function
and developing natural system
ecological engineering design
focuses on the utilization
of ecological principles and natural systems.
Ecological engineering
Ecology engineering uses _______
and living ecosystems with technology to solve
environmental problems
ecological complexity
relies on new chemical, mechanical, or material technologies in problem solving and traditional
methods
environmental engineering design
The approach of this field is based on
_____ and technologies to
address environmental dilemmas
engineering principles
Emphasizes on _______ related to
certain environmental challenges such as public
health and waste management
engineering solutions
different topics that has
significant roles in environmental science and management:
conservation biology
sustainable agriculture
climate change adaptation
urban ecology
environmental policy
human health
is the scientific study of
preserving and protecting biodiversity,
including species, their habitats, and
ecosystems. It aims to prevent the extinction of
species, maintain genetic diversity, and ensure
the survival of ecosystems.
Conservation biology
It is applied in establishing and
managing protected areas, conserving
endangered species, restoring habitats, and
formulating conservation strategies.
Conservation biology
involves farming
practices that meet current food needs without
compromising the ability of future generations
to meet their needs. It emphasizes
environmental health, economic profitability,
and social and economic equity.
Sustainable agriculture
It is applied in practices like
organic farming, agroforestry, crop rotation,
reduced pesticide use, and soil conservation
to maintain or improve productivity while
reducing environmental impact.
Sustainable agriculture
It is applied in practices like
organic farming, agroforestry, crop rotation,
reduced pesticide use, and soil conservation
to maintain or improve productivity while
reducing environmental impact.
Sustainable agriculture
refers to adjusting
human and natural systems to minimize the
negative effects of climate change, such as
extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and
changing weather patterns
Climate change adaptation
Adaptation strategies include
building resilient infrastructure, protecting
and restoring natural ecosystems, modifying
agricultural practices, and developing early
warning systems for extreme weather.
Climate change adaptation
is the study of the relationships
between living organisms and their urban
environments, focusing on how urbanization
affects natural processes and how to design
sustainable cities.
Urban ecology
t is applied in creating green
infrastructure, promoting biodiversity in
urban areas, designing sustainable urban
landscapes, and managing resources such as
water and energy efficiently.
Urban ecology
It is applied in creating green
infrastructure, promoting biodiversity in
urban areas, designing sustainable urban
landscapes, and managing resources such as
water and energy efficiently.
Urban ecology i
refers to regulations,
laws, and practices aimed at managing human
impacts on the environment to protect natural
resources, public health, and ecosystems.
Environmental policy
: It is applied in developing and
enforcing laws related to air and water
quality, waste management, land use, and
conservation of natural resources.
Environmental policy
This field examines how environmental factors
such as pollution, climate change, and habitat
destruction affect human health, including both
direct and indirect effects
human health
It is applied in public health
initiatives to reduce exposure to pollutants,
improve air and water quality, monitor and
control vector-borne diseases, and prepare
for health impacts related to climate change
human health
Studying the ecology of disease
vectors like mosquitoes aids in malaria
control
human health
The Clean Air Act and Endangered
Species Act in the United States are based
on ecological insights.
environmental policy
Urban parks, green roofs, and
green infrastructure improve city livability
ang environmental sustainability
urban ecology
Coastal ecosystem restoration,
including mangrove replanting, helps buffer
against sea-level rise and storm surges
Climate change adaptation
Farmers adopting sustainable
practices reduce soil erosion and promote
healthier ecosystems on their lands.
sustainable agriculture
The giant panda, an iconic
endangered species, is conserved through
habitat preservation, restoration, and
protection measures.
conservation biology
