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zonation Definition

zo·na·tion (zō nās̸hən)

noun

  1. the state of being zonal or arranged in zones
  2. arrangement in zones, or bands, as of color
  3. the distribution of plants or animals in biogeographic zones
zonation Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • community: The southern end of the spit has a particularly fine series of undisturbed ridges, with zonation of communities determined by the ridge pattern.
  • specie: In all cases there is a distinct zonation of species down the shore, which principally reflects the degree of immersion by the tide.
  • vegetation: Vegetation on the mountain: a brief summary The zonation of the vegetation is closely related to topography.
  • area: Is this reflected in the zonation of the area and the process by which it was arrived at?
  • plant: Colman, J. ( 1933 ) The nature of the intertidal zonation of plants and animals.

Converse of object

  • show: A natural saltmarsh system shows a clear zonation according to the frequency of inundation.
  • well-develop: Site selection rationale All the selected sites are extensive and have an exceptionally well-developed zonation of vegetation.
  • affect: Coastal microclimate is important mainly as it affects plant zonation ( see below ).

Adjective modifier

  • altitudinal: Global warming will have a pronounced effect on mountain ecosystems due to the altitudinal zonation which occurs in relatively short horizontal distances.
  • distinct: In all cases there is a distinct zonation of species down the shore, which principally reflects the degree of immersion by the tide.
  • clear: A natural saltmarsh system shows a clear zonation according to the frequency of inundation.
  • vertical: Five vegetation belts are defined according to vertical zonation.
  • complex: There are complex zonations present and many differences exist between the individual fens that comprise the site.
  • characteristic: The site supports a wide variety of community types, with the characteristic zonation from pioneer to upper marsh vegetation.

Modifies a noun

  • pattern: The chart clearly illustrates the plant zonation patterns in the wetland.
  • map: Hazard zonation map for volcanoes 1, 3 & 4 and a very basic location map for volcano 2. Summary sheet.

Noun used with modifier

  • plant: The chart clearly illustrates the plant zonation patterns in the wetland.
  • vegetation: Vegetation zonations will then be determined across the saltmarsh using the selected CASI and ATM multi-spectral data.
  • hazard: Hazard zonation map for volcanoes 1, 3 & 4 and a very basic location map for volcano 2. Summary sheet.
  • community: Further diversity is due to the presence of sheltered gullies and tunnels where the community zonation is influenced by tidal flows.

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