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biomass

What is another word for biomass? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — The total mass of living things, either in one organism or in all the organisms in a particular area or habitat.

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How to use biomass

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plant biomass biomass energy biomass fuel total biomass

It is a scientific term that is also common in energy and environmental writing.

Etymology

The word joins the prefix bio-, meaning organic life, to mass, meaning matter or material.

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Frequently asked questions

What is biomass?
It is the total mass of living things, or organic matter from recently living things that is used as fuel.
What is biomass fuel?
It is fuel made from plant matter or other material that was alive only recently.
Is biomass countable?
It is usually uncountable, although the plural biomasses does exist.

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