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Concept information

  1. Fields of Study
  2. ecology
  3. ecological zones
  1. Natural Resources, Conservation, Environment
  2. ecology
  3. ecological zones

Término preferido

ecological zones

Tipo

  • Topic

Definición

  • Information Large biogeographical units of land/water that are characterized by their distinct species and communities. The major ecozones are further divided into many smaller ecoregions which share similar natural communities, climate, meteorological factors, topography, elevation, soil types, edaphic factors, and/or other physical characteristics.

    Fuente: NAL Thesaurus Staff

    Tipo: Concept definition

Concepto genérico

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Sinónimos

  • biogeographical realms
  • ecological zonation
  • ecozones

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URI

https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/17392

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