Environment_1

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

The long-term pattern of weather in a particular area.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the natural environment.

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Capable of being maintained over the long term without causing harm to the environment.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

The clearing of forests or trees on a large scale.

Resources that can be replaced naturally and are not depleted when used.

Energy sources derived from ancient organic materials, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

Gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to global warming.