______________ gives inherent value to certain living things or to the biotic (living) realm of the earth in general; both human and nonhuman lives have ethical standing.
A) Ecocentrism
B) Relativism
C) Biocentrism
D) Realism
E) Anthropocentrism

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Biocentrism gives inherent value to certain living things or to the biotic (living) realm of the earth in general, which includes both human and nonhuman lives having ethical standing. Ecocentrism is a broader concept that encompasses not only living things but also the nonliving components of ecosystems, and anthropocentrism prioritizes human interests above all else. Relativism and realism are philosophical approaches that are not directly relevant to the concept of biocentrism.

______________ Gives Inherent Value to Certain Living Things or to the Biotic