The term for the process by which living organisms interact with one another is called ecology. Ecology studies the relationships between organisms and their environment, encompassing both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components. These interactions can range from competitive relationships to mutualism, where species benefit from each other, and predation, where one species feeds on another. Understanding these interactions helps scientists gauge ecosystem health and resilience, informing conservation efforts and sustainable management of natural resources.