biomass

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[ˈbʌɪə(ʊ)mas], (Noun)

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- the total quantity or weight of organisms in a given area or volume
(e.g: drastic declines in insect biomass, abundance, and diversity have raised concerns among scientists)

- organic matter used as a fuel, especially in a power station for the generation of electricity
(e.g: the factory is run on renewable energy, including wind, solar, and biomass)


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