elevational
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6.7
- adjective
- /ˌɛlɪˈveɪʃənl/
- Specialized
- Elevational range was included as an additional measure of habitat heterogeneity because plants may have distinct elevational ranges even when the broader habitat type (e.g., forest, grassland) is similar.
- elevational range
- elevational gradient
Examples
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For most refuges, we had data on area (n = 392), elevational range (n = 369), and habitat diversity (n = 295).
Academic text (2013) -
The distribution pattern of nematode species at larger polygon scales across the valley was, therefore, consistent with the stream-to-soil transition and elevational pattern.
Academic text (1999) -
An elevational gradient separates fish species among lakes.
Academic text (1999) -
The elevational range of plantings varies in conjunction with the maturation period.
Academic text (1991) -
Medium-seed cultivars, with an intermediate maturation period, occupy an elevational zone that overlaps with the other plantings.
Academic text (1991) -
Refuge area, habitat diversity (i.e., the Simpson's index calculated from the habitat distribution data on the ISS), and elevational range were expected to influence each of the three classes of plants.
Academic text (2013) -
They occupy an elevational gradient in excess of 3000 m, extend for 3000 km across a region of variable climate and floristic composition, and have high levels of endemism.
Academic text (1997) -
As a result, species have become increasingly specialized in particular niches, such as on different soil types or along moisture and elevational gradients (Ashton 1969, Fedorov 1966, Gentry 1986).
Academic text (1992) -
The researchers studied the elevational differences in temperature across the mountain range.
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Animals living in high elevational areas often have adaptations to cope with reduced oxygen levels.
Synonyms
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7.2
Relating to differences in height above sea level that affect climate or plants
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word elevational comes from elevate, from Latin levare 'to lift'. When used about height, elevational means 'height above the ground', just like an elevator lifts you up, so it refers to changes or differences in height across a place.