Mr K Enviro Sci Ch 14 - Land

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Land-use planning

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A set of policies and activities related to potential uses of land.

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Urban land use

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The least percentage of land use in the U.S., primarily consisting of cities and towns.

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Ecosystem service

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The role that organisms play in creating a healthful environment for humans.

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Geographical Information System (GIS)

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A computerized system for storing, manipulating, and viewing geographic data.

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Reforestation

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The reestablishment and development of trees in a forest land.

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Deforestation

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The clearing or thinning of forests by humans.

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Forestation

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The process of planting trees in an area where there was no previous tree cover.

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Urbanization

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The increasing population in urban areas, leading to the growth of cities.

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Land degradation

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The decline in land quality caused by human activities.

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Zoning laws

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Regulations that define how property in specific geographic zones can be used.