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ecosystem [ek′ōsis′təm] the total of all living things within a particular area and the nonliving things with which they interact. ecosystem, n the sum total of all living and nonliving things that support the chain of life events within a particular area. ecosystem the fundamental unit in ecology, comprising the living organisms and the nonliving elements interacting in a certain defined area. In more sophisticated terms, a biotic community living in its biotope. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| One, the Sanctuary site, was used to demonstrate the ecosystem benefits of conventional vs. The predator populations have 7 to 10 times as much influence over the ecosystem as the availability of nutrients does. The Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA) is the largest assessment to date of the health of the world's ecosystems. |
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