Environment

5. The process of turning organic waste into nutrient-rich soil called compost.
6. Harmful substances or things that make the air, water, or land dirty and unsafe. Pollution can come from cars, factories, or litter.
7. Resources Natural resources that can be replenished or replaced, like fresh water, forests, and fish.
9. Layer A protective layer in the atmosphere that shields us from harmful UV rays.

1. The release of gases or substances into the environment, such as carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels.
2. Footprint The amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere due to human activities.
3. Collecting and reusing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash. Recycling helps to reduce waste and protect the environment.
4. Change Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns caused by human activities.
8. A community of living organisms and their environment, where each part relies on the others.