ecological
Britishadjective
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of or relating to ecology
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(of a practice, policy, product, etc) tending to benefit or cause minimal damage to the environment
Other Word Forms
- ecologically adverb
Example Sentences
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"The true power of the Chincha wasn't just access to a resource; it was their mastery of a complex ecological system," she said.
From Science Daily
"Our newly described species stands out for its unusually broad host range and distinctive feeding strategy, demonstrating that some chytrid fungi possess remarkable ecological resilience."
From Science Daily
According to the researchers, this extended development may have played an important ecological role.
From Science Daily
For forest-dwelling species, release sites are often selected based on logistical convenience rather than ecological suitability.
From Science Daily
The congress is also set to approve the Ecological and Environmental Code which covers pollution control, ecological protection and low-carbon development, among other aspects.
From BBC
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