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biodiversity

[ bahy-oh-di-vur-si-tee, ‑d²¹³ó²â‑ ]

noun

  1. biological diversity among and within plant and animal species in an environment:

    Coral reefs are not just havens for marine biodiversity, they also underpin the economies of many coastal communities.

    Spiraling extinctions will continue diminishing biodiversity for hundreds of years.



biodiversity

/ ËŒ²ú²¹ÉªÉ™ÊŠ»å²¹ÉªËˆ±¹ÉœË²õɪ³Ùɪ /

noun

  1. the existence of a wide variety of plant and animal species in their natural environments, which is the aim of conservationists concerned about the indiscriminate destruction of rainforests and other habitats
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biodiversity

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  1. The number, variety, and genetic variation of different organisms found within a specified geographic region.

biodiversity

  1. A term that describes the number of different species that live within a particular ecosystem .
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Notes

The preservation of biodiversity is considered by environmentalists to be a major goal of environmental policy.
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of biodiversity1

An Americanism first recorded in 1985–90; bio(logical) ( def ) + diversity ( def )
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“This extraordinary structure will serve not only animals,†she said, “but it will reconnect an entire ecosystem and protect this global biodiversity hotspot — this moment marks another wonderful milestone toward that goal.â€

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"These trees will not only enhance our public spaces, but will also support biodiversity, improve air quality, and serve as a long-term, eco-conscious alternative for future seasonal displays."

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Often described as the lungs of the ocean, seagrasses capture about a fifth of all its carbon and they are home to vast biodiversity.

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In February, Goldman Sachs launched a “biodiversity bond fund†turning ecosystems into investment products.

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The fisherwoman and her colleagues have been monitoring biodiversity in the area's wetlands, which feed into the Magdalena River.

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