F.2 U5 Vocab

2. __________ are essential ecosystems that provide habitats for numerous species.
3. Climate change effects are often __________, impacting generations to come.
4. __________ disposal of hazardous waste can cause severe environmental damage.
5. The __________ of biodiversity can have unforeseen negative effects on human health.
9. __________ behavior by tourists in natural reserves can harm wildlife and habitats.
11. Due to __________, many fish species are now considered endangered.
13. Many animals are facing extinction due to __________ loss.
14. Industrial __________ is one of the leading causes of air and water contamination.
15. __________ of endangered species continues to be a problem despite international laws.

1. Old-growth forests are __________ ecosystems that are vital for biodiversity.
3. The __________ attraction of fast fashion leads many to overlook its environmental impacts.
6. __________ are rapidly disappearing due to illegal logging and agricultural expansion.
7. __________ is responsible for the loss of millions of acres of forest each year.
8. Plastic waste has become a major form of __________, threatening marine life.
10. An __________ in the natural food chain can disrupt entire ecosystems.
12. The __________ trade of wildlife goods fuels black markets around the world.