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Question

Which one of the following statements is true for synecology?

  1. It is study of individual species in relation to its environment
  2. It is a study of complex inter-relationship of biotic communities
  3. It is essentially habitat ecology
  4. It is mainly social ecology

Answer:

Option B: It is a study of complex inter-relationship of biotic communities

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “It is a study of complex inter-relationship of biotic communities”.

Synecology is the study of complex inter-relationships of biotic communities.