______ is the observable response of organisms to external or internal stimuli.
A)Ecology
B)Behavioral ecology
C)Behavior
D)Genetic inheritance
E)Instinct

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The definition given describes behavior, which is the observable response of organisms to external or internal stimuli. Ecology is the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment, not specifically focused on behavior. Behavioral ecology is a subfield of ecology that studies the ecological and evolutionary basis for animal behavior. Genetic inheritance refers to the passing of traits from parents to offspring, and instinct refers to innate, unlearned behaviors.

______ Is the Observable Response of Organisms to External or Internal