Human Impact Vocabulary

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What is direct harvesting?

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Removing organisms from an environment, which can lead to them becoming threatened, endangered, or extinct.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is pollution?

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Contaminating the environment with unwanted substances or factors.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is global warming?

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The increase in Earth's temperature, causing instability in ecosystems.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

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What are natural resources?

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Resources supplied by nature that are used by humans.

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What is wind energy?

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The movement of wind, which can be harnessed as kinetic energy.

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What is habitat destruction?

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The process of destroying natural habitats, leading to loss of biodiversity.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What are invasive species?

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Non-native species that spread in a new environment, often harming native species.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is renewable energy?

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Energy that is collected from resources that are naturally replenished, such as solar or wind energy.

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What is deforestation?

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The clearing of forests, which can lead to loss of habitat and increased carbon emissions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is conservation?

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The protection and management of natural resources to prevent exploitation and degradation.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5