La biodiversitat
Example: La biodiversitat és essencial per mantenir l'equilibri natural.
Definition
"La biodiversitat" refers to the variety and variability of all living organisms and ecosystems in a specific environment or on the entire planet. It encompasses the differences among species, genetic variations within species, and the ecological complexes they form, essential for maintaining natural balance.
Etymology
The term "la biodiversitat" comes from the combination of 'bio-' meaning life and 'diversity,' derived from Latin 'diversitas,' meaning variety or difference. The concept gained prominence in the late 20th century as awareness of ecological interdependence increased. Did you know? The word highlights life's rich variety, emphasizing the importance of protecting many forms of life.
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"La biodiversitat" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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