ekosistemin
Ekosistemin is the Estonian genitive form of ekosüsteem and is used in academic writing to refer to the ecosystem or to aspects belonging to the ecosystem. An ecosystem comprises living organisms—plants, animals, fungi, microorganisms—and their physical environment, interacting as a system through energy flows and material cycles. It includes biotic components and abiotic factors such as air, water, soil, climate, and nutrients.
The structure and processes of an ekosistemin are organized through energy capture by primary producers, typically
Biodiversity and organization contribute to ecosystem function and resilience. A variety of species and habitats creates
Ecosystem services are a central concept in ekosistemin study. These services include provisioning (food, water, materials),
Disturbances and change shape ecosystems, with outcomes depending on resilience, connectivity, and management. Conservation and sustainable
Examples from Estonia include forests, wetlands, coastal ecosystems, and urban green spaces, each sustaining distinct communities