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biocenosis

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˌbaɪoʊˈsiːnəsɪs/

KK: /baɪoʊˈsiːnəsɪs/

noun
Definition

A community of different living organisms that interact with each other in a specific environment, creating a balanced ecosystem.


Example

The biocenosis in the coral reef includes various fish, plants, and microorganisms that depend on each other for survival.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of the term biocenosis?
Sloth B
Yeah, it refers to a community of organisms, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! I find it fascinating how they all interact in an ecosystem.
Sloth B
For sure, it really shows how interconnected life can be.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ecosystem
community
biome
Antonyms
desolation
sterility
barren
Root Explanation

Biocenosis is formed from "bio-" (from Greek "bios", meaning life) and "koinos" (meaning common). The term refers to a community of different organisms living together in a particular environment, emphasizing the interconnectedness of life forms.

Memory Tip

Think of 'life' ('bio-') shared in a 'common' space ('koinos') — that's what biocenosis means, a community of life.

Visually Confused Words
biognosis
lithocenosis
biogenesis
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