biotic composition
[baɪˈɒtɪk kəmˌpoʊˈzɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: biotic compositions / composições bióticas
composição biótica
1. The relative proportions and types of living organisms (fauna and flora) that make up an ecosystem or community in a specific environment
The biotic composition of the Amazon rainforest includes millions of species of plants, animals, and microorganisms.
A composição biótica da floresta amazônica inclui milhões de espécies de plantas, animais e microrganismos.
2. The species diversity and abundance structure within a biological community
Studying the biotic composition helps scientists understand ecosystem health and stability.
Estudar a composição biótica ajuda os cientistas a compreender a saúde e estabilidade do ecossistema.
This is a technical scientific term commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese environmental science, ecology, and conservation biology. It is particularly relevant in discussions about the Amazon rainforest and Atlantic Forest preservation, which are major environmental concerns in Brazil.
Related Idioms & Phrases
assess the biotic composition of an environment
alter the biotic composition
maintain biotic composition
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