Ecology Review SB5d,e: Human Impacts

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What is ecology?

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Ecology is the branch of biology that studies the interactions between organisms and their environment.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, and biomass.

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What are nonrenewable resources?

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Nonrenewable resources are natural resources that cannot be replenished in a short period of time, such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, natural gas) and minerals.

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How does deforestation impact ecosystems?

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Deforestation leads to habitat loss, decreased biodiversity, and disruption of water cycles, which can result in soil erosion and climate change.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in Earth's atmosphere trap heat, leading to a warming of the planet.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species and genetic diversity.

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What is the impact of overfishing?

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Overfishing depletes fish populations, disrupts marine ecosystems, and can lead to the collapse of fisheries.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the sustainable management of natural resources to prevent exploitation, degradation, and destruction of the environment.

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What are the effects of climate change on wildlife?

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Climate change can alter habitats, affect food availability, and lead to shifts in species distribution, threatening the survival of many species.

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What is recycling?

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Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials to reduce consumption of fresh resources and minimize waste.