1. The area of land and sea that borders a coast, typically extending from the shoreline inland and offshore to a specified distance
The coastal zone is home to diverse marine and terrestrial ecosystems.
A zona costeira abriga ecossistemas marinhos e terrestres diversos.
2. A region defined by specific geographic, ecological, or administrative boundaries near the coast
Many countries have implemented regulations to protect their coastal zones.
Muitos países implementaram regulamentações para proteger suas zonas costeiras.