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biomass (ecology)

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The mass of non-fossilized and biodegradable organic material in a given area or volume.

Sustainable use assessment adapted from IPBES, core glossary

The mass of non-fossilized and biodegradable organic material originating from plants, animals and micro-organisms in a given area or volume.

Africa assessment, Land degradation and restoration assessment, Asia-Pacific assessment, Global assessment (1st work programme), Americas assessment, Europe and Central Asia assessment