transition zone
A "transition zone" is an area where significant changes occur, applicable in fields like geology, ecology, urban planning, and sports.
Definition
C1Geology
(technical, academic)A region in the Earth's mantle between the lower and upper mantle, marked by rapid changes in density and seismic velocity.
Example
- Scientists study the transition zone to understand the dynamics of Earth's interior.
B2Ecology
(technical, academic)An area where two distinct ecosystems meet and interact, often containing species from both environments.
Example
- The wetland-upland transition zone is crucial for biodiversity.
B2Urban Planning
(general, academic)An area where land use shifts from one type to another, such as from residential to commercial.
Example
- The city is developing a new transition zone between the downtown area and the suburbs.
B1Sports
(general)A designated area where athletes switch from one activity or stage of a competition to another.
Example
- In a triathlon, competitors must quickly move through the transition zone from swimming to cycling.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "transition zone":
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