geographic variation
[dʒi.ə.ɡræf.ɪk vɛr.i.ˈeɪ.ʃən]
nounpl: geographic variations
variação geográfica
1. Differences in characteristics, traits, or phenomena that exist across different geographic locations or regions
Geographic variation in dialect usage is evident across different regions of the country.
A variação geográfica no uso de dialetos é evidente em diferentes regiões do país.
2. In biology and ecology, the variation of species characteristics or populations across geographic areas
The geographic variation in bird plumage colors reflects adaptation to local environmental conditions.
A variação geográfica nas cores da plumagem dos pássaros reflete a adaptação às condições ambientais locais.
3. Differences in cultural practices, customs, or social patterns based on location
There is significant geographic variation in marriage customs across Europe.
Existe uma variação geográfica significativa nos costumes de casamento em toda a Europa.
The term 'variação geográfica' is widely used in Brazilian academia, particularly in biology, ecology, anthropology, and linguistics. In Portuguese Portugal, researchers may use 'variação espacial' interchangeably. This concept is fundamental to understanding biodiversity and cultural differences in both Portuguese-speaking countries, where regional diversity is significant due to different climate zones and historical settlement patterns.
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