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Carrying Capacity

Definition: Carrying capacity refers to the maximum number of individuals or population that an environment can sustainably support without causing detrimental effects.

Examples of Carrying Capacity:

As a noun:

1. The carrying capacity of an ecosystem determines the number of species it can support.

2. The national park has reached its carrying capacity, and no more tourists are allowed to enter.

As a concept:

1. Understanding the carrying capacity of our resources is crucial for achieving sustainable development.

2. Human activities should be regulated to ensure they do not exceed the carrying capacity of the planet.

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