human biodiversity
"Human biodiversity" refers to the genetic and phenotypic differences among human populations, though it has also been misused to promote pseudoscientific and racist ideologies.
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Definition
C1Biology
(academic, technical)The variety of genetic and physical traits found within and between human populations.
Example
- Research in human biodiversity helps us understand the genetic basis of diseases.
C1Anthropology
(academic, technical)The study of genetic and cultural differences among human groups, emphasizing the complexity of human variation.
Example
- Anthropologists study human biodiversity to learn how different populations adapt to their environments.
C1Sociology
(informal, controversial)A term sometimes misused to promote pseudoscientific theories about racial superiority.
Example
- The misuse of human biodiversity by certain groups has sparked significant ethical debates.