The difference between Autochthonic and Autochthonous
When used as adjectives, autochthonic means existing where it was formed or born, whereas autochthonous means native to the place where found.
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Autochthonic as an adjective:
existing where it was formed or born; native, aboriginal, indigenous
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Autochthonous as an adjective:
Native to the place where found; indigenous.
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Autochthonous as an adjective (biology, medicine):
Originating where found; found where it originates.
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Autochthonous as an adjective (geology):
Buried in place, especially of a fossil preserved in its life position without disturbance or disarticulation.