ecosystem health JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ɛkəˈsɪstəm ˈhɛlθ/ · e.cosys.tem.health
noun
- The condition of an ecosystem, characterized by the balance and stability of its components, including living organisms and their physical environment. The conservation efforts aimed to improve the ecosystem health of the polluted river.
noun
- A measure of the resilience and adaptability of an ecosystem in response to external stressors or disturbances. The researchers studied the ecosystem health of the coral reef after the devastating hurricane.
noun
- The overall quality of life and functioning of an ecosystem, including its biodiversity, productivity, and ability to provide ecosystem services. The community worked together to maintain the ecosystem health of the local forest.
Synonyms
ecological integrityenvironmental healthbiodiversityecological balancesustainabilityconservation statusecological resilience
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of ecosystem health has been used in various fields, including ecology, conservation biology, and environmental management, to assess and manage the well-being of ecosystems and their components.