Concept information

Preferred term

ecological status  

Definition

  • Expression of the quality of the structure and functioning of aquatic ecosystems associated with surface waters, classified in accordance with Annex V of the Water Framework Directive.

Broader concept

Narrower concepts

Entry terms

  • ecological condition
  • ecological state

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/15130

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