ecology
US /iˈkɑː.lə.dʒi/
UK /iˈkɑː.lə.dʒi/
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ecologia
the branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
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She is studying ecology at university.
Ela está estudando ecologia na universidade.
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The course covers various aspects of marine ecology.
O curso abrange vários aspectos da ecologia marinha.
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ecologia, movimento ecológico
the political movement that seeks to protect the environment.
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The rise of environmental awareness has led to a stronger focus on ecology.
O aumento da consciência ambiental levou a um foco mais forte na ecologia.
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Many political parties now include ecology in their platforms.
Muitos partidos políticos agora incluem a ecologia em suas plataformas.