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Encology

Definition:

Encology refers to the study and scientific analysis of environmental systems, including their structure, functions, and interactions.

Senses:

1. Noun: The scientific study of ecosystems and their ecological relationships.
2. Noun: A branch of biology that focuses on the interrelation of living organisms with their environment.
3. Noun: The analysis and examination of the effects of human activities on the environment.

Usage:

Sense 1: As a noun related to scientific study of ecosystems and ecological relationships:

• Encology is essential for understanding the delicate balance of life within an ecosystem.
• The researcher devoted his career to studying marine encology.

Sense 2: As a noun related to the branch of biology that focuses on organisms' relation with the environment:

• Students pursuing a degree in encology often conduct field research to acquire practical knowledge.
• The encologist discovered an unknown species during his fieldwork.

Sense 3: As a noun related to the analysis of human activities on the environment:

• The encology report highlighted the detrimental effects of deforestation on local ecosystems.
• Government policies should take encology into account for sustainable development.

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