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Resistance (ecological)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Resistance in ecology refers to how much an ecosystem resists change when faced with disturbances or stressors. It measures the ability of an ecosystem to maintain its structure and function despite external pressures.

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