Across
- 5. - The process of converting waste materials into new products to prevent the depletion of natural resources and reduce waste.
- 8. - Products or practices that are not harmful to the environment, or activities that minimize ecological impact.
- 10. - Relating to the sea or ocean, including ecosystems, organisms, and resources found in marine environments.
- 11. - Materials that cannot be broken down or decomposed by natural processes, such as certain types of plastic.
- 12. - The act of using something again instead of throwing it away, reducing waste and conserving resources.
- 13. - Resources that can be replenished naturally over time, such as sunlight or wind.
- 14. - Items designed to be used once and then thrown away, contributing to waste generation and environmental pollution.
- 15. - Plastics derived from renewable resources such as plants, offering an alternative to traditional petroleum-based plastics.
Down
- 1. - The introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the environment, causing damage to ecosystems and human health.
- 2. - A structure made of glass or plastic used for growing plants, or the effect of certain gases trapping heat in Earth's atmosphere.
- 3. - The surroundings or conditions in which living organisms exist, including the air, water, land, and ecosystems.
- 4. - The ability to maintain or support something over the long term without depleting resources or causing harm to the environment.
- 6. - Knowledge or understanding of a particular issue or situation, often leading to action or change.
- 7. - The variety of life forms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) within a particular habitat or ecosystem.
- 9. - The clearing or removal of forests, often for agricultural or commercial purposes, leading to habitat loss and environmental degradation.