= Metabolic theory of ecology
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The Metabolic Theory of Ecology (MTE) is a theoretical framework that seeks to explain various ecological patterns and processes through the lens of metabolic processes in living organisms. It posits that metabolic rate, which is fundamentally connected to body size and temperature, influences ecological dynamics and patterns across different levels of biological organization, from individuals to populations and communities.
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