Meaning of the word biomass in English
What does biomass mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
biomass
US /ˈbaɪ.oʊˌmæs/
UK /ˈbaɪ.əʊˌmæs/
Noun
1.
organic matter used as a fuel, especially in a power station for the generation of electricity
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The power plant generates electricity from agricultural biomass.
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Burning biomass for energy is considered a renewable source.
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2.
the total mass of organisms in a given area or volume
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The ocean contains a vast amount of marine biomass.
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Scientists are studying the biomass of the rainforest to understand its ecosystem.
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