Environmental Vocabulary Flashcard

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What does 'Conservation' mean?

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The action of protecting and preserving natural resources and the environment.

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What does 'Abundance' mean in the context of ecosystems?

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A large amount of plant and animal life present in an ecosystem.

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What does it mean to 'Legislate'?

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To make or create laws.

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What does it mean if something is 'Entangled'?

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It is caught or twisted in something.

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What is 'Erosion'?

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The process by which natural forces like water or wind wear away soil and rock.

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What does 'Sustainability' refer to?

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The ability to maintain ecological balance by avoiding depletion of natural resources.

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What is 'Biodiversity'?

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The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What does 'Pollution' mean?

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The introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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What is 'Ecosystem'?

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A community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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What does 'Habitat' refer to?

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The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.