Environmental Issues

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Across
  1. 3. Pollution Contamination of the air with harmful substances, such as smoke, chemicals, or dust, which can cause health problems and environmental damage.
  2. 6. Waste material or items that are discarded and no longer needed or wanted.
  3. 7. The natural process of breaking down organic waste, like food scraps and yard waste, into nutrient-rich soil that can be used to help plants grow.
  4. 9. A community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with each other and their physical environment, such as forests, rivers, or deserts.
  5. 10. The process of collecting and processing used materials (such as paper, glass, or plastic) to create new products, reducing the need for raw resources.
  6. 11. Waste:
Down
  1. 1. The presence of harmful substances or contaminants in the air, water, or soil that negatively affect the environment and living things.
  2. 2. Gases Gases in the Earth's atmosphere, like carbon dioxide and methane, that trap heat and contribute to global warming and climate change.
  3. 4. The process of clearing or cutting down large areas of forests or trees, which can lead to habitat loss and environmental changes.
  4. 5. A designated area where garbage is buried and managed, often lined with materials to prevent contamination of the surrounding environment.
  5. 8. The act of throwing away or discarding food that could have been eaten or used, leading to unnecessary waste.