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Biodiversity

Verb / ˌbaɪəʊdaɪˈvɜ:sʌti: / Another word for biodiversity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Biodiversity is the variety of living organisms in a particular area.

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Common collocations

  • biodiversity loss
  • biodiversity crisis
  • biodiversity conservation
  • biodiversity hotspots
  • biodiversity index
  • global biodiversity
  • protect biodiversity

Word family

adjective biodiverse

Usage note

Biodiversity refers to the variety of life on Earth at all its levels, from genes to ecosystems. It is a widely used term in ecology, conservation, and environmental science.

Example sentences

  1. The Amazon rainforest has an incredible amount of biodiversity, with thousands of different species of plants and animals.
  2. The loss of biodiversity can have negative effects on the environment and the world as a whole.
  3. Protecting biodiversity is important for preserving the balance of ecosystems.
  4. Scientists are working to study and understand the biodiversity of different regions around the world.
  5. Conservation efforts aim to protect areas with high levels of biodiversity from destruction or damage.

Quotes

  • 'Biodiversity is the greatest treasure we have... Its diminishment is to be prevented at all cost.' - Thomas Eisner
  • 'The loss of biodiversity is not just about the extinction of species, but the extinction of entire ecosystems.' - Paul Polman
  • 'The future of biodiversity is in our hands.' - Barack Obama

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