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acclimatization |
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acclimatizationAny of numerous gradual, long-term responses of an individual organism to changes in its environment. The responses are more or less habitual and reversible should conditions revert to an earlier state. These criteria differentiate acclimatization from homeostasis; from growth and development (which cannot be reversed); and from evolutionary adaptation (which occurs in a population over generations). Acclimatization can occur in anticipation of a change and enable organisms to survive conditions beyond their natural experience. Examples include adaptations to seasonal changes and adjustments to changes in altitude. acclimatization [ə‚klī·mə·tə′zā·shən] (biology) Physiological, emotional, and behavioral adjustment by an individual to changes in the environment. (evolution) Adaptation of a species or population to a changed environment over several generations. Also known as acclimation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| He
soon discovered that it was equally important to acclimatize his
unsophisticated and exuberant conscripts to the predominately white
military culture, protecting their rights and maintaining their morale
as best he could. (80) The Australians confirm the
requirement to conduct in-theatre training to acclimatize personnel to
the terrain and to operating with allies.
Military service, he said, had helped acclimatize future professionals
to wearing headgear. |
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