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How does the complex nature of ecological systems affect ecologists' ability to study them? This Element argues that ecological systems are complex in a rather special way: they are causally heterogeneous. The author presents an updated philosophical account with an optimistic outlook of the methods and status of ecological research.

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1. Introduction; 2. What is Ecological Complexity? 3. What are the Effects of Ecological Complexity?; 4. Dealing with Ecological Complexity; 5. Concluding Remarks; Bibliography.

Ecological Complexity

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      Publisher: Cambridge University Press
      Publication Date: 8/10/2023 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781108827522, 978-1108827522
      ISBN10: 1108827527
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      Earth Sciences, Geography & Environment Applied ecology Science & Nature Philosophy of science

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      How does the complex nature of ecological systems affect ecologists' ability to study them? This Element argues that ecological systems are complex in a rather special way: they are causally heterogeneous. The author presents an updated philosophical account with an optimistic outlook of the methods and status of ecological research.

      Table of Contents
      1. Introduction; 2. What is Ecological Complexity? 3. What are the Effects of Ecological Complexity?; 4. Dealing with Ecological Complexity; 5. Concluding Remarks; Bibliography.

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