Which one of the following models is based on the study of human ecology? 

Human ecology is one of the most influential theories explaining the growth of cities. This perspective involves the application of ideas from plant and animal ecology to the study of the relationship between humans and their physical habitat.

Key Points

• An early model of human ecology was developed by Burgess and is called the ‘concentric zone model.’
• This model uses terms such as segregation, competition, invasion, succession, and natural areas to explain patterns of behavior in urban spaces.

• Segregation refers to the tendency for particular types of groups or enterprises (e.g., different ethnic or income groups, commercial, or residential activities) to cluster and segregate themselves by excluding other activities from their territory.
• When such entities are successful in creating a relatively exclusive area or homogeneous neighborhood they are said to have formed a natural area.