Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stenothermal
Adjective
/ˌstɛnəˈθɜrməl/
Definition
Referring to organisms that can thrive only within a narrow range of temperatures.
Examples
- Many stenothermal species of fish are found in deep ocean waters.
- Stenothermal invertebrates can be highly affected by climate change.
- Some stenothermal plants can only grow in specific thermal conditions.
Meaning
Stenothermal organisms are sensitive to temperature changes and cannot survive outside their specific temperature range.
Synonyms
- Temperature-sensitive
- Narrow-range thermal
