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  • Mathematical Modeling
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  • Ecologically fragile areas host coexisting ecosystems like grasslands, deserts, and shrubs.
  • External environmental conditions and human activities can trigger abrupt ecosystem changes.

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  • To review mathematical models for analyzing the dynamic system and stability of multiple ecosystems in fragile areas.
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Main Results:

  • Mathematical models, particularly differential equations, can describe ecosystem dynamics and stability.
  • Three distinct analytical methods are presented for assessing ecosystem stability against different types of disturbances.

Conclusions:

  • Mathematical approaches offer crucial insights into ecosystem stability in fragile environments.
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