APES Unit 8 Crossword Labs

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Across
  1. 1. The natural process by which carbon is exchanged between the Earth's atmosphere, land, and oceans.
  2. 5. The process of breaking down organic matter such as food waste and yard waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment.
  3. 6. Renewable energy derived from heat within the Earth's crust.
  4. 9. The total amount of greenhouse gas emissions caused by an individual, organization, event, or product.
  5. 10. The scientific study of how to preserve and protect biodiversity and ecosystems.
  6. 13. Non-native species that have been introduced to a new ecosystem and can cause harm to the environment, economy, or human health.
  7. 15. The process of removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in natural or artificial sinks such as forests, oceans, or underground geological formations.
  8. 16. The practice of using water more efficiently to reduce waste and ensure adequate supplies for future generations.
  9. 20. Sites where solid waste is buried in the ground, which can lead to soil and groundwater contamination if not managed properly.
  10. 22. The actions taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and slow the rate of climate change.
  11. 23. Energy derived from natural sources that are replenished over time, such as solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, and biomass.
  12. 25. A mechanism by which individuals or organizations can compensate for their greenhouse gas emissions by supporting projects that reduce emissions or sequester carbon.
  13. 31. The process of adjusting to the impacts of climate change, such as rising sea levels, more frequent extreme weather events, and shifts in precipitation patterns.
  14. 32. The thinning of the ozone layer in the stratosphere, which protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
  15. 37. The variety of life on Earth, including the number of species, their genetic diversity, and the ecosystems they inhabit.
  16. 40. The clearing of forests for agricultural, commercial, or residential purposes, which can lead to habitat loss and biodiversity decline.
  17. 41. The ability of an ecosystem to recover from disturbances such as natural disasters or human activities.
  18. 42. The breaking up of large, continuous habitats into smaller, isolated fragments, which can lead to a decline in biodiversity.
  19. 45. Renewable energy generated from moving water, such as from dams or turbines in rivers.
  20. 46. The lack of access to sufficient quantities of clean water for human and ecosystem needs.
  21. 47. The farming of aquatic organisms such as fish, shellfish, and seaweed.
  22. 48. The presence of harmful substances in the air, such as particulate matter, ozone, and nitrogen oxides, which can harm human health and the environment.
  23. 49. A measure of the impact of human activities on the natural environment, including land use, water consumption, and energy use.
  24. 50. The benefits that people derive from ecosystems, including clean water, air, soil, and food.
Down
  1. 2. Tourism that is designed to minimize the negative impact on the environment and benefit local communities.
  2. 3. Waste that is potentially harmful to human health or the environment, such as batteries, electronic devices, and chemicals.
  3. 4. Non-liquid refuse generated by human activities, such as food waste, paper, plastics, and metals.
  4. 7. Economic development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
  5. 8. Regulations that require a certain percentage of a state's electricity to come from renewable sources.
  6. 11. A species that is at risk of extinction due to low population numbers or other factors.
  7. 12. Farming practices that meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
  8. 14. The excessive growth of algae and other aquatic plants due to nutrient pollution, which can harm aquatic life and degrade water quality.
  9. 17. The science of restoring degraded ecosystems to their natural state.
  10. 18. The burning of solid waste to reduce its volume and mass, which can release pollutants into the air if not properly controlled.
  11. 19. Refers to the increase in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere and oceans, primarily due to the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation.
  12. 21. Refers to the long-term alteration of global weather patterns due to human activities such as burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and other land-use changes.
  13. 24. The contamination of water bodies with pollutants such as chemicals, sewage, and waste, which can harm aquatic life and human health.
  14. 26. Renewable fuels made from biological sources, such as ethanol from corn or biodiesel from soybeans.
  15. 27. The process of restoring degraded or destroyed habitats to support healthy ecosystems and biodiversity.
  16. 28. Harvesting fish at a rate that exceeds the ability of fish populations to replenish themselves, leading to declines in fish populations and ecosystem disruptions.
  17. 29. Rain that has become acidic due to the presence of pollutants such as sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, which can harm forests, aquatic life, and human health.
  18. 30. An area of land that drains into a particular body of water, such as a river, lake, or ocean.
  19. 33. Protected areas managed by the government for the preservation of natural, cultural, and recreational resources.
  20. 34. Chemicals used to control pests such as insects.
  21. 35. Energy derived from finite sources such as fossil fuels (coal, oil, and natural gas) and nuclear fuel.
  22. 36. The practice of using less energy to provide the same service, such as using LED light bulbs instead of incandescent bulbs.
  23. 38. A type of sustainable agriculture that uses natural fertilizers and pesticides and avoids synthetic chemicals.
  24. 39. These are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and contribute to global warming. Examples include carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide.
  25. 43. Nonrenewable energy sources that are formed from the remains of ancient organisms, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.
  26. 44. A potent greenhouse gas that is emitted from sources such as livestock, landfills, and natural gas production.