A perda de biodiversidade
Example: A perda de biodiversidade ameaça o equilíbrio dos ecossistemas naturais.
Definition
"A perda de biodiversidade" refers to the reduction or disappearance of the variety of living species, including plants, animals, and microorganisms, within a specific environment. It threatens the balance and health of ecosystems, impacting their ability to function properly and support life.
Etymology
The phrase "a perda de biodiversidade" comes from Portuguese, where "perda" means loss and "biodiversidade" means biodiversity. "Biodiversidade" is a compound of "bio" (life) and "diversidade" (diversity), reflecting the variety of life forms. Did you know that the concept of biodiversity gained prominence in the late 20th century as awareness of environmental issues grew?
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the loss of biodiversity