Structural diversity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011491",
  "term": "Structural diversity",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The variety of physical forms, arrangements, or architectures within a biological community or ecosystem, such as the different layers of vegetation in a forest or the complexity of a coral reef. This diversity provides a range of microhabitats and resources, influencing species richness and ecological interactions. It is a key aspect of habitat heterogeneity.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "community",
    "habitat"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 951 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/structural-diversity/"
}