Environmental vocabulary

5. Taking care of nature by using resources wisely and protecting the environment for future generations.
6. A community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) and their physical environment, interacting together as a functional unit.
8. The process of collecting, sorting, and transforming waste materials into new products to reduce the use of resources and minimize environmental impact.
9. Practices or actions that can be maintained over the long term without depleting resources or causing harm to the environment, ensuring a balanced and healthy future.
10. The variety of plant and animal species in an ecosystem. It is important for the health and balance of the natural world.

1. The introduction of harmful substances or waste materials into the environment, which can cause damage to ecosystems and harm living organisms.
2. The careful use and protection of natural resources, such as forests, water, and wildlife, to ensure their sustainability for future generations.
3. The clearing or removal of forests or trees on a large scale, often for the purpose of agriculture, urban development, or logging, which can lead to habitat loss and environmental degradation.
4. Change Long-term changes in Earth's climate patterns, including rising temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events, primarily caused by human activities.
7. Energy Energy that comes from sources that can be replenished naturally, such as sunlight, wind, or water. It helps reduce pollution and dependence on fossil fuels.