Bioclimatology

/ˌbaɪ.oʊ.klaɪ.məˈtɑl.ə.dʒi/ noun

Definition

The scientific study of how climate conditions affect the distribution, growth, and behavior of living organisms in different regions.

Etymology

From bio- 'life' + climatology (clima 'climate' + -logy 'study'). Developed in the 20th century as ecology required understanding the climate-life connection.

Kelly Says

Bioclimatology explains why there are no palm trees at the North Pole and no polar bears in Florida—it's the science of matching climate zones to life forms.

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