The term for the total amount of living matter in an ecosystem is referred to as biomass. Biomass encompasses all organic material, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms, reflecting the productivity of an ecosystem. It serves as a crucial indicator of ecosystem health and functioning. Higher biomass often correlates with increased biodiversity, indicating a stable environment able to support various life forms. Tracking changes in biomass can help scientists understand the effects of environmental alterations, such as climate change or human activity, on ecosystem dynamics and inform conservation efforts to maintain ecological balance.