Mediterranean Basin
Mediterranean Basin
The Mediterranean Basin (pronunciation: /ˌmɛdɪtəˈreɪniən ˈbeɪsɪn/) refers to the lands around and surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. The term is often used in biogeography, biodiversity, and conservation biology to describe the unique ecosystem and biodiversity of the region.
Etymology
The term "Mediterranean" derives from the Latin Mediterraneus, meaning "in the middle of the earth" or "between lands". The word "Basin" refers to a depression or dip in the Earth's surface, primarily used in geology and physical geography.
Related Terms
- Mediterranean Sea: The sea connected to the Atlantic Ocean, surrounded by the Mediterranean region and almost completely enclosed by land.
- Mediterranean climate: A type of climate characterized by dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of the lands in the Mediterranean Basin.
- Mediterranean forests, woodlands, and scrub: A biome defined by the World Wide Fund for Nature, typical of the Mediterranean Basin.
- Mediterranean diet: A dietary pattern typically followed by the people in the Mediterranean Basin, known for its health benefits.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Mediterranean Basin
- Wikipedia's article - Mediterranean Basin
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