Help with definition of Environmental Gradient.

[MrB]

I am new to Environmental Science and I am just seeking a quick definition of the term "Environmental Gradient". Thankyou to anyone who can help.

[LittleBeaver]

A "gradient" suggests a change or fluctuation in something so an environmental gradient would mean the changes in the conditions within an environment...these are things like the climate differences between biomes and such.

[MrB]

Thanks for your help. I greatly appreciate it.