Definition

The study of how weather and atmospheric conditions affect living organisms.

Example

Biometeorology helps us understand how climate change impacts plant growth.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about biometeorology?

No, what is it about?

It's the study of how weather affects living organisms.

That sounds interesting! I wonder how it impacts plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Biometeorology is formed from "bio-" (from Greek "bios", meaning life) and "meteorology" (from Greek "meteōron", meaning that which is high in the air, and "logia", meaning study). The word refers to the study of the interactions between living organisms and atmospheric conditions.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bio-' meaning life and 'meteorology' as the study of the atmosphere. This helps you remember that biometeorology is about how life interacts with weather.

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