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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The capacity of an ecosystem to provide resources and absorb wastes. countable, uncountable

   "When an area's ecological footprint exceeds its biocapacity, an ecological deficit occurs."

Example

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"When an area's ecological footprint exceeds its biocapacity, an ecological deficit occurs."

Etymology

From bio- + capacity.

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