ESS3.3 Human Impact

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What is human impact on ecosystems?

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Human impact refers to the ways in which human activities affect the environment and ecosystems, including pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change.

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living components of an ecosystem, including sunlight, water, temperature, and soil.

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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 their interactions.

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How does habitat destruction affect biodiversity?

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Habitat destruction can lead to a decrease in biodiversity as species lose their homes and resources, leading to extinction.

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What is the significance of wetlands?

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Wetlands are important ecosystems that provide habitat for wildlife, filter pollutants, and help control flooding.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of the Earth's surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that spread rapidly in a new environment, often outcompeting native species for resources.

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What is climate change?

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Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperatures and weather patterns over time, primarily caused by human activities.

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How do glaciers affect sea levels?

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Melting glaciers contribute to rising sea levels, which can lead to coastal flooding and loss of habitat.