Environment vocab

Environment vocab

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The destruction of forests is causing deforestation at an alarming rate.

Back


The clearing of forests for agriculture or urban development (Cutting trees)

Synonyms: forest loss, land clearing

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front


The process of natural evolution led to the diversity of species we see today.

Back


The development of species over time

Synonyms: adaptation, natural selection

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Many animals migrate to warmer regions during the winter.

Back


To move from one place to another, usually for seasonal reasons


Synonyms: travel, move

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Human activities are increasing the amount of harmful emissions in the atmosphere.

Back


Substances released into the air, often pollutants


Synonyms: pollutants, fumes

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The habitat of the polar bear is rapidly shrinking due to climate change.

Back


The natural environment where a species lives

Synonyms: environment, dwelling

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The forest is home to a wide variety of species, including rare plants and animals.

Back


A group of similar organisms


Synonyms: organisms, type

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Using fossil fuels for energy has negative environmental impacts.

Back


Energy derived from coal, oil, or natural gas

Synonyms: non-renewable energy, carbon-based energy

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