Biodiversity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌbaɪə(ʊ)daɪˈvɜːsɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Biodiversity is a noun meaning (ecology) The diversity (number and variety of species) of plant and animal life within a region.
Meaning
(ecology) The diversity (number and variety of species) of plant and animal life within a region.
Example Sentences
A drop in global biodiversity is putting our ability to produce food at risk, a new United Nations report warns.
Word Forms
- biodiversities
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include organic, biological, biosafety, variety, diversification, diversity.
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