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A natural science concerned with the study of life or living matter in all its forms and phenomena, especially in relation to their origin, growth, reproduction, structure, behaviour and evolution.

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nonpoint source (NPS)

Biology; Ecology

Diffuse pollution whose source is difficult to determine (like polluted runoff).

nuee ardente

Biology; Ecology

An ashy cloud of volcanic gas that churns downslope burning whatever it touches.

optimum sustainable population

Biology; Ecology

Pretentious term for "how many things can live in one place without using it up. "

ecotype

Biology; Ecology

A genetically differentiated subpopulation evolved to remain within its habitat.

foliation

Biology; Ecology

The metamorphic straightening of rock into parallel layers. Also: leaf formation.

gilgais

Biology; Ecology

Gentle depressions distributed fairly regularly across level landscapes of clay.

deposit feeder

Biology; Ecology

A bottom-feeder that eats sedimentary material and by doing so stirs up the mud.