Biodiversity
(noun)
- The variety of different types of life in a given ecosystem, habitat, or on Earth as a whole.
- The variety of living organisms and their interactions within an ecosystem.
Origin:
The word biodiversity is a combination of the words bio meaning life, and diversity meaning variety, it refers to the variety of life forms on earth.
Examples:
- The rainforest is known for its high biodiversity.
- Biodiversity is important for maintaining ecosystem services.
- The loss of biodiversity is a major environmental concern.
- Biodiversity includes not just the variety of species, but also genetic diversity within species.
- Protecting biodiversity is essential for maintaining a healthy planet.