Task: Class Definition Understanding (ontology: Earth_Environment/EnvironmentOntology)

Which of the following definitions best describes 'facility'?

A. A material entity which has been designed to promote the accomplishment of one or more defined tasks.
B. A material entity in which a concretization of an information content entity inheres.
C. A material entity consisting of multiple components that are causally integrated.
D. A facility which supports the undertaking of scientific research or measurements.

Answer: A material entity which has been designed to promote the accomplishment of one or more defined tasks.