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| − | A '''terrarium''' (plural: '''terrariums''' or '''terraria''') is a container in which small land [[animal]]s, [[plant]]s, or both are kept and observed.<ref> | + | A '''terrarium''' (plural: '''terrariums''' or '''terraria''') is a container in which small land [[animal]]s, [[plant]]s, or both are kept and observed.<ref>http://www.thefreedictionary.com/terrarium</ref> It is often used for plants requiring high [[humidity]]. The most common use is for slow-growing plants. A Terrarium often has glass sides, allowing light to enter, but preventing (at least some) moisture from leaving. |
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| + | ==Etymology== | ||
| + | This word is the result of combining two Latin words. "terra" means "earth" and "arium" references a "place or receptacle."<ref>https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-make-terrariums-848007</ref> | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:57, July 30, 2023
A terrarium (plural: terrariums or terraria) is a container in which small land animals, plants, or both are kept and observed.[1] It is often used for plants requiring high humidity. The most common use is for slow-growing plants. A Terrarium often has glass sides, allowing light to enter, but preventing (at least some) moisture from leaving.
Etymology
This word is the result of combining two Latin words. "terra" means "earth" and "arium" references a "place or receptacle."[2]