Reducing Human Impact

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What does 'beneficial' mean?

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Helpful, producing good results.

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What is the meaning of 'impact'?

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A strong effect.

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What does it mean to 'disrupt' an ecosystem?

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To harmfully change the original balance of an ecosystem.

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What is 'human impact'?

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When people have a strong and often bad effect on our planet.

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True or False: Humans have a HUGE impact on the Earth.

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True.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their environment.

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What does 'sustainability' mean?

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The ability to maintain ecological balance without depleting resources.

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What is 'pollution'?

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The introduction of harmful substances into the environment.

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What does 'conservation' mean?

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The protection and preservation of natural resources.

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What is 'biodiversity'?

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The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat.