environmental factor

Definitions

Any physical, chemical, or biological element in an organism's surroundings that influences its growth, development, or survival.

A condition or circumstance in a specific setting, such as a workplace or ecosystem, that affects the performance, health, or behavior of those within it.

Examples

Temperature is a key environmental factor that influences the growth rate of these plants.

The study aims to determine how each environmental factor contributes to the overall decline of the local bee population.

Synonyms

ecological variable external influence environmental condition surrounding circumstance abiotic factor

Antonyms

internal factor genetic trait intrinsic characteristic hereditary influence innate quality