ecosystems
[/ˈiːkoʊˌsɪstəmz/]
nounpl: ecosystems
ecossistemas
1. A community of living organisms interacting with each other and with their physical environment
Tropical rainforest ecosystems are home to millions of species.
Os ecossistemas das florestas tropicais abrigam milhões de espécies.
2. A complex network or environment in which different elements interact and depend on each other
The tech startup ecosystem in Silicon Valley is highly competitive.
O ecossistema de startups de tecnologia no Vale do Silício é altamente competitivo.
3. An interconnected system of biological and non-biological components functioning as a unit
Marine ecosystems are essential for oxygen production and carbon cycling.
Os ecossistemas marinhos são essenciais para a produção de oxigênio e ciclo do carbono.
In Brazil, the term 'ecossistemas' is increasingly used not only in environmental science but also in business and technology contexts, reflecting growing awareness of environmental conservation and sustainable development. The Amazon rainforest and Atlantic Forest ecosystems are particularly significant in Brazilian discourse. In the USA, 'ecosystems' has expanded beyond biology to describe business models and technological networks, a usage that is beginning to influence Portuguese-speaking regions.
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