Biology 4X Palestine

4. The ability of people or communities to obtain essential resources such as water, food, and energy.
7. Energy obtained from naturally replenishing sources such as sunlight.
8. The fair distribution of environmental benefits, risks, and burdens among communities.
11. The wearing away and movement of soil by water, wind, or other forces.
13. The protection and careful management of natural resources and ecosystems.
15. The variety of living organisms found in an ecosystem.
16. The Islamic concept that humans are stewards or guardians of the Earth.
17. Protected areas of the environment recognized in Islamic tradition.
18. The remains of buildings and other structures after destruction.

1. The process of removing pollutants from used water before it is released back into the environment.
2. An international agreement focused on addressing climate change.
3. The ability of an ecosystem to recover after major damage or disturbance.
5. An underground layer of rock or sediment that stores groundwater.
6. The introduction of harmful substances into the environment.
9. The mass displacement of Palestinians during the events surrounding the creation of Israel.
10. The process of understanding how different parts of a system are interconnected and affect one another.
12. The United Nations body responsible for recommending applicants for full UN membership.
14. Meeting present needs while protecting resources for future generations.