What is another word for saltation?

101 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ sɒltˈe͡ɪʃən], [ sɒltˈe‍ɪʃən], [ s_ɒ_l_t_ˈeɪ_ʃ_ə_n]

How to use "Saltation" in context?

Saltation is a sudden change in direction, intensity, or speed in the movement of a species or group of organisms. Saltation can refer to changes in gene expression, physiology or behavior. Saltation is a process by which large jumps in the genetic or phenotypic variation of a population can be generated.

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