ecological dysfunction
[/ˌɛkəˈlɒdʒɪkəl dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: ecological dysfunctions
disfunção ecológica
1. A condition where an ecosystem or its components fail to perform their natural biological, chemical, or physical functions properly, leading to degradation or imbalance
The pollution caused ecological dysfunction in the river, killing aquatic life and disrupting the food chain.
A poluição causou disfunção ecológica no rio, matando a vida aquática e interrompendo a cadeia alimentar.
2. The breakdown of ecological processes such as nutrient cycling, pollination, water purification, or species interaction
Deforestation led to ecological dysfunction that prevented proper carbon sequestration.
O desmatamento levou à disfunção ecológica que impediu o sequestro adequado de carbono.
In Brazil, this term gained prominence with increased environmental awareness movements and climate change discussions. It's frequently used by environmental agencies (IBAMA, MMA), academic institutions, and NGOs focused on conservation. In Portugal and EU contexts, it aligns with environmental protection directives and sustainability frameworks. The concept reflects growing concerns about anthropogenic impacts on natural systems in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
break the ecological balance
throw the ecosystem out of whack
disrupt the natural order
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