Plant physiologies are the various functions and processes that occur within a plant to maintain its growth, development, and survival. Synonyms for plant physiologies may include plant biology, plant physiology, botany, plant science, and plant ecology. Plant biology focuses on understanding the biological systems and processes that occur within plants, while plant physiology tends to refer specifically to the study of plant functions. Botany encompasses the study of plants, including their structure, growth, reproduction, and metabolism. Plant science is a more general term that includes the study of not only plant physiologies but also genetics, ecosystem dynamics, and plant breeding. Plant ecology focuses on the interactions between plants and their environment.