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Question
Which of the following constitute the two Greek words from where the word Ecology was derived? a. Oikos and Lokos b. Bio and biome c. Logos and Bio d. Oikos and Logos
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The term 'Ecology' was coined from the Greek words 'Oikos' (meaning home, habitat) and 'Logos' (meaning study of). Thus, ecology means the study of organisms in their home.
Hint
The two words sound like 'Eco' (from Oikos) and 'logy' (from Logos).