Definitions
- Referring to the process of adapting to a new climate or environment. - Talking about the physiological and psychological changes that occur in response to a new environment. - Describing the gradual adjustment to a new altitude, temperature, or other environmental factors.
- Referring to the process of becoming accustomed to a new situation or environment. - Talking about the psychological and emotional adjustments that occur in response to a new situation. - Describing the process of getting used to a new culture, language, or social setting.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve a process of adjustment.
- 2Both refer to the adaptation to a new environment or situation.
- 3Both can be physical or psychological in nature.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Acclimatisation is more specific to adapting to a new climate or environment, while acclimation can refer to any new situation or environment.
- 2Focus: Acclimatisation emphasizes the physiological changes that occur in response to a new environment, while acclimation focuses on the psychological and emotional adjustments.
- 3Usage: Acclimatisation is more commonly used in scientific or technical contexts, while acclimation is more common in everyday language.
Remember this!
Acclimatisation and acclimation are synonyms that refer to the process of adjusting to a new environment or situation. However, acclimatisation is more specific to adapting to a new climate or environment and emphasizes the physiological changes that occur, while acclimation can refer to any new situation or environment and focuses on the psychological and emotional adjustments.
