Exogeny

/ɛkˈsɑdʒəni/ noun

Definition

The production or origin of something from external sources; the quality or state of being exogenous.

Etymology

From Greek 'exo-' meaning 'outside' combined with '-geny' meaning 'origin' or 'production.' The term describes the quality of having an external origin.

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Understanding the exogeny of invasive species—where they come from and how they arrived—is crucial for protecting ecosystems from ecological disasters!

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