Definition

A large area of land that has a specific type of plants and animals that are adapted to that environment.

Example

The Amazon rainforest is an important ecozone that supports a wide variety of wildlife.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term ecozone?

Yeah, I think it refers to areas with specific plants and animals, right?

Exactly! Different ecozones have unique ecosystems that are fascinating to study.

I’d love to learn more about them; they sound really interesting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Ecozone** → It is formed from "eco-" (from Greek "oikos", meaning house or environment) and "zone" (from Greek "zōnē", meaning belt or girdle). The word "ecozone" refers to a specific area characterized by its ecological conditions or environment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'eco-' as relating to the 'environment' or 'house' we live in, and 'zone' as a specific area. This helps you remember that an ecozone is a defined area with particular ecological characteristics.

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