Global Wind Patterns WG

the number of species in an ecosystem.

describes the environmental factors affecting a species.

the total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species.

refers to the physical traits of an organism.

The laws governing environmental protection.

The physical structures of ecosystems only.

The financial gains from ecosystem exploitation.

The benefits provided by ecosystems

Ecosystem benefits that provide materials such as food, timber, and freshwater (e.g., harvesting crops)

Natural processes that help control and stabilize environmental conditions, such as wetlands filtering water or forests regulating climate

Cultural benefits provided by nature, such as recreation or spiritual value (e.g., hiking in a forest)

Ecosystem functions that produce basic life-supporting processes, such as soil formation (e.g., decomposition)

The distribution of individuals among the different species in an ecosystem.

The maximum temperature a species can survive.

The food preferences of a species.

The ability to migrate across different habitats.

The range of environmental conditions a species can endure.

Natural processes that help control and stabilize environmental conditions, such as wetlands filtering water or forests regulating climate

Benefits provided by nature, such as recreation or spiritual value (e.g., hiking in a forests

Ecosystem functions that produce basic life-supporting processes, such as soil formation (e.g., decomposition)

Ecosystem benefits that provide materials such as food, timber, and freshwater (e.g., harvesting crops)