Definition

Relating to the study of how plants and animals are distributed across different geographical areas.

Example

The biogeographic patterns of species can reveal important information about their evolution.

Conversation

I just started reading about biogeographic patterns in different ecosystems.

That sounds interesting! What have you learned so far?

I learned how animals and plants are distributed across various regions based on their biogeographic history.

Wow, I never knew that geography played such a big role in biodiversity!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Biogeographic → It is formed from "bio-" (from Greek "bios", meaning life) and "geographic" (from Greek "geographia", meaning to write about the earth). The word "biogeographic" refers to the study of the distribution of life forms across different geographical areas.

Memory Tip

Think of 'life' ('bio-') being studied in relation to the 'earth' ('geographic') — that's what biogeographic means.

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