Synecology refers to the study of interrelationships among a group of organisms, especially within a specific ecological community. Some synonyms for synecology include community ecology, ecosystem ecology, population ecology, and biocenology. Community ecology refers to the study of the relationships among different species within an ecosystem, including their interactions and how they contribute to the functioning of the ecosystem. Ecosystem ecology focuses more on the physical and chemical components of an ecosystem and how they influence the organisms living within it. Population ecology focuses on the dynamics of populations within an ecosystem, including their growth, reproduction, and interactions with other species. Lastly, biocenology refers to the study of the spatial and temporal patterns of living organisms within an ecosystem.