= Proximate and ultimate causation
{wiki=Proximate_and_ultimate_causation}
Proximate and ultimate causation are concepts primarily used in biology and are important in understanding the different levels of explanation for a given phenomenon, particularly in the context of behavior and evolutionary biology. \#\#\# Proximate Causation Proximate causation refers to the immediate, mechanical, or physiological reasons for a phenomenon. It answers the "how" questions related to behavior or traits, focusing on the processes that occur in an organism's life.
Back to article page
