mutually dependent system
[/ˈmjuːtʃuəli dɪˈpendənt ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: mutually dependent systems
sistema mutuamente dependente
1. A set of interconnected elements or components where each part relies on others for proper functioning; a system in which the performance or existence of one component is contingent upon the presence or performance of another
The ecosystem is a mutually dependent system where predators and prey maintain balance.
O ecossistema é um sistema mutuamente dependente onde predadores e presas mantêm o equilíbrio.
2. In mathematics and science, a collection of variables or equations where solutions cannot be found independently but must be solved simultaneously
The coupled differential equations form a mutually dependent system that requires simultaneous solution.
As equações diferenciais acopladas formam um sistema mutuamente dependente que requer solução simultânea.
3. In social or organizational contexts, a network of relationships or structures where the success of each unit depends on the success of others
Supply chain management involves a mutually dependent system of suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors.
A gestão da cadeia de suprimentos envolve um sistema mutuamente dependente de fornecedores, fabricantes e distribuidores.
This term is primarily used in academic, scientific, and business contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's common in engineering, ecology, and organizational studies. The concept reflects an understanding of complex systems thinking, which is increasingly important in discussions of climate change, economics, and social development in both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
two sides of the same coin
hand in hand
in the same boat
scratch my back and I'll scratch yours
you can't have one without the other
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