biological stability

[baɪ.oʊ.ˈlɑː.dʒɪ.kəl stəˈbɪl.ə.ti]
nounfemininepl: estabilidades biológicas
estabilidade biológica
1. The capacity of a biological system, organism, or population to maintain its structure and function despite internal or external disturbances
The biological stability of the ecosystem depends on maintaining a balanced food chain.
A estabilidade biológica do ecossistema depende da manutenção de uma cadeia alimentar equilibrada.
2. In biochemistry, the resistance of a substance or compound to degradation or unwanted chemical changes
The drug's biological stability was improved by modifying its molecular structure.
A estabilidade biológica do fármaco foi melhorada modificando sua estrutura molecular.
3. The ability of an organism to maintain homeostasis and survive in changing environmental conditions
Hibernation is a strategy that helps animals achieve biological stability during winter.
A hibernação é uma estratégia que ajuda os animais a alcançar estabilidade biológica durante o inverno.
This is a specialized scientific term commonly used in Brazil's research institutions, pharmaceutical industry, and environmental management sectors. In both Brazilian and American academic contexts, it is central to discussions of ecology, medicine, and biotechnology. The term reflects the growing importance of biological sciences in policy-making and industrial applications.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
biological equilibriumhomeostasisphysiological stabilityecological balancemetabolic stability
Antonyms / Antônimos
biological instabilitybiological degradationecological disruptionhomeostatic imbalance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estabilidade biológica
Standard term used in scientific and academic contexts
São Paulo
estabilidade biológica
Commonly used in research institutions and pharmaceutical industries
Rio de Janeiro
estabilidade biológica
Used in environmental and marine biology research
Portugal
estabilidade biológica
Same terminology; used in European scientific contexts

Related Words

ecosystemhomeostasisbiodiversityphysiological adaptationgenetic stabilitystructural integrityenvironmental resilience

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintain biological stability
achieve biological equilibrium
compromise biological stability
restore biological balance
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