biotic material

Definitions

Any material that originates from living or once-living organisms.

Biological components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms.

Examples

The soil sample was rich in biotic material, including decaying leaves and microorganisms.

Scientists are studying how the decomposition of biotic material contributes to the nutrient cycle in forest ecosystems.

Synonyms

organic matter biological substance living material biomass

Antonyms

inorganic matter abiotic material non-living substance synthetic material