carrying capacity — the maximum number of organisms that an environment can support sustainably
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the maximum number of organisms that an environment can support sustainably
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkæriɪŋ kəˈpæsəti/
Example Sentences
- The university dorm's carrying capacity was tested when students brought their entire extended families for move-in day.
- Scientists study the carrying capacity of ecosystems to prevent environmental collapse.
- My backpack's carrying capacity was seriously challenged when I tried to fit a week's worth of snacks for a day hike.
carrying capacity
NOUN//ˈkæriɪŋ kəˈpæsəti//
the maximum number of organisms that an environment can support sustainably
A carrying capacity forest ecosystem where all animals coexist in perfect balance
Fill the land with thriving creatures, but don't exceed carrying capacity — true balance shows when nature's resources match sustainable reality
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Origin
Carrying comes from Old French 'carier' meaning to transport or convey. Capacity comes from Latin 'capacitas', derived from 'capax' meaning able to hold or contain.
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“The university dorm's carrying capacity was tested when students brought their entire extended families for move-in day.”
“Scientists study the carrying capacity of ecosystems to prevent environmental collapse.”
“My backpack's carrying capacity was seriously challenged when I tried to fit a week's worth of snacks for a day hike.”
“The coral reef's carrying capacity decreased due to rising ocean temperatures.”
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