Meaning of the word abiotic in English
What does abiotic mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
abiotic
US /ˌeɪ.baɪˈɑː.t̬ɪk/
UK /ˌeɪ.baɪˈɒt.ɪk/
Adjective
relating to non-living physical and chemical parts of an ecosystem that affect living organisms
Example:
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Temperature, light, and water are important abiotic factors in an environment.
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The study focused on the interaction between biotic and abiotic components of the ecosystem.