carrying capacity
The maximum number of living things that can be supported indefinitely by a given ecosystem or area without deterioration. The limit as to the number of individuals of any one species that can be maintained in a particular environment during the „pinch" period (dry, winter, etc.) of the year.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Environment
- Category: Environmental policy
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