3-2: Humans & Nature Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 5. The ancient artifacts have been buried for __________.
  2. 6. Farmers are worried about their __________ not growing well due to lack of rain.
  3. 8. __________ pressure can affect weather patterns and climate.
  4. 10. Due to global warming, many __________ are melting faster than ever before.
  5. 11. tout The company began to __________ its new product as the best on the market.
  6. 14. The Earth’s __________ protects us from the sun’s harmful rays.
  7. 15. Governments are implementing new policies to __________ climate change.
  8. 16. It is important to __________ waste so that recyclables do not end up in landfills.
  9. 17. The __________ of the forest was caused by illegal logging and pollution.
  10. 19. The issue with the plan is that it is __________ flawed.
  11. 21. Handling __________ materials requires proper safety equipment.
  12. 22. The water was unsafe to drink due to __________ found in the supply.
  13. 27. The population of certain animal species has __________ due to habitat loss.
  14. 28. We should all take steps to __________ water and reduce waste.
  15. 29. The liquid was thick and __________, making it hard to pour.
  16. 31. light The office was lit by __________ to save energy.
  17. 34. We need to develop __________ methods for farming and energy production.
  18. 35. The wastewater treatment plant was filled with thick __________.
  19. 37. The __________ effect is caused by gases trapping heat in the Earth's atmosphere.
  20. 38. The building showed signs of __________ after years without maintenance.
  21. 39. Factories need to reduce their emissions of __________ to protect the environment.
Down
  1. 1. __________ can lead to water shortages and damage to agriculture.
  2. 2. The thin layer of gases that surrounds Earth is known as the __________.
  3. 3. dioxide Plants absorb __________ during photosynthesis and release oxygen.
  4. 4. The temperature __________ throughout the day, causing discomfort.
  5. 7. Most plastic bags are made of __________, which can take hundreds of years to decompose.
  6. 9. A solar eclipse is an interesting natural __________.
  7. 12. __________ in urban areas can lead to overcrowded housing and insufficient resources.
  8. 13. sands Extracting oil from __________ is a controversial practice due to its environmental impact.
  9. 18. __________ is often used in road construction because of its sticky, waterproof properties.
  10. 20. Pollution can disrupt the balance of __________ and harm wildlife.
  11. 23. vapor __________ in the atmosphere can contribute to the greenhouse effect.
  12. 24. change Scientists are studying the effects of __________ on global weather patterns.
  13. 25. After cleaning, there was still some __________ dust on the shelves.
  14. 26. Natural __________ such as earthquakes and hurricanes can cause widespread damage.
  15. 30. The park was filled with __________ after the concert.
  16. 32. revolution The __________ led to major changes in manufacturing and society.
  17. 33. The __________ of natural resources is a growing concern for environmentalists.
  18. 36. fuels Burning __________ like coal and oil contributes to air pollution.