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Synonyms of Biome

Description:

Biome refers to a large community of plants and animals that occupy a specific geographical region and are adapted to the prevailing environmental conditions. Synonyms of biome are terms that can be used interchangeably to describe these distinct ecological regions.

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• Books on Biomes
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Synonyms of Biome:

Noun:

Ecozone:

A distinct ecological region characterized by a specific climate, organisms, and vegetation.

Sample Sentence: The boreal forest is one of the largest ecozones in the world.

Biota:

The total plant and animal life of a specific region or habitat.

Sample Sentence: The biota of the coral reef is incredibly diverse and vibrant.

Ecosystem:

All the living organisms and their physical environment functioning together as a unit.

Sample Sentence: The rainforest ecosystem supports a wide range of species.

Adjective:

Ecological:

Relating to or concerned with the study of the relationships between organisms and their environment.

Sample Sentence: The ecological impact of deforestation is devastating for many species.

Habitat:

Referring to the natural environment in which a particular plant or animal species lives.

Sample Sentence: Polar bears are found in the Arctic habitat.

Verb:

Colonize:

To establish a community of organisms in a previously uninhabited area.

Sample Sentence: Grasses quickly colonize disturbed lands and prevent erosion.

Adapt:

To adjust or modify in response to the prevailing environmental conditions.

Sample Sentence: Desert plants have adapted to conserve water in arid regions.