Across
- 4. A layer of gas that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation.
- 6. Gases that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to global warming.
- 7. The ability to maintain ecological balance by avoiding depletion of resources.
- 9. The natural environment where an organism lives.
- 10. Species at risk of becoming extinct.
Down
- 1. The long-term weather patterns in a particular region.
- 2. The process of cutting down trees to clear land for farming or development.
- 3. Contamination of air, water, or soil by harmful substances.
- 5. The process of converting waste into reusable material.
- 8. Unwanted or unusable materials that are often thrown away.