Ecoregions
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-008923
1. A relatively homogeneous ecological area defined by similarity of climate, landform, soil, potential natural vegetation, hydrology, or other ecologically relevant variables (see also bioregions).
2. Ecoregions is a term used to denote regions with general similarity in ecosystem characteristics. This includes types, quality and quantity of natural resources. The classification is designated to serve as a spatial framework for researchers to conduct monitoring, assessment and management programs.
3. Ecological regions that are similar in climate, vegetation, soil type, and geology; water resources within a particular ecoregion have similar natural characteristics and similar responses to stressors.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-008923 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Water |
| References | Biocriteria Glossary; Aquatic Resource Monitoring - Terminology; Wadeable Streams Assessment Glossary of Terms |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-ENV-008923",
"term": "Ecoregions",
"field": "Environment",
"definition": "1. A relatively homogeneous ecological area defined by similarity of climate, landform, soil, potential natural vegetation, hydrology, or other ecologically relevant variables (see also bioregions).\n\n2. Ecoregions is a term used to denote regions with general similarity in ecosystem characteristics. This includes types, quality and quantity of natural resources. The classification is designated to serve as a spatial framework for researchers to conduct monitoring, assessment and management programs.\n\n3. Ecological regions that are similar in climate, vegetation, soil type, and geology; water resources within a particular ecoregion have similar natural characteristics and similar responses to stressors.",
"subject": "Water",
"references": [
"Biocriteria Glossary",
"Aquatic Resource Monitoring - Terminology",
"Wadeable Streams Assessment Glossary of Terms"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/ecoregions/"
}
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