Definitions

1. noun

The total amount of living matter in a particular region or ecosystem, typically measured in terms of the weight or volume of organisms present.

“The researchers studied the biomass of the forest and found a significant increase in the past decade.”

2. noun

Organic material such as plants and waste that can be used as fuel.

“The power plant burns biomass to generate electricity.”

3. noun

The amount of living organisms in a particular area or ecosystem, especially when used as a measure of the productivity of the area.

“The high biomass in the lake indicates a healthy ecosystem.”