What is another word for biological indicator?
Pronunciation: [bˌa͡ɪəlˈɒd͡ʒɪkə͡l ˈɪndɪkˌe͡ɪtə] (IPA) 
The term "biological indicator" refers to any living organism or substance that can be used to monitor environmental changes or processes. There are several synonyms for the term that can be used to provide a more targeted description of the specific type of indicator being referred to. For example, a microbial indicator is a type of biological indicator that specifically measures the presence or absence of microorganisms in a given environment. Similarly, a bioassay indicator is a type of biological indicator that measures the effects of a particular substance on living organisms. Other synonyms for biological indicator might include biomonitor, bioindicator, or ecotoxicity indicator, which each describe different aspects of what these indicators are used to measure or detect in an ecosystem.
