Chapter 3 Flashcards
is a proposed geological epoch characterized by significant human impact on Earth’s geology and ecosystems, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and widespread environmental alteration. This term emphasizes the extent to which human activities have become a dominant influence on the planet’s systems.
Anthropocene
are non-native organisms that, when introduced to new environments, spread rapidly and can cause harm to native species, ecosystems, and human activities. They often outcompete local species for resources, disrupt ecological interactions, and can lead to biodiversity loss.
Invasive Species
are ecosystems that have been significantly altered by human activities, resulting in new combinations of species and ecological processes that have not previously existed. These ecosystems often arise from disturbances such as land-use change or climate change and may include both native and non-native species
Novel Ecosystems
refer to the interactions between human communities and the natural environment within urban areas. This concept emphasizes the importance of understanding ecological processes, species interactions, and biodiversity in highly modified environments where human activities dominate.
Urban Ecological Systems
involves the strategies and practices aimed at preserving biodiversity and enhancing ecological health in urban settings. This approach recognizes that cities can be important habitats for wildlife and that urban planning can incorporate green spaces, sustainable practices, and habitat restoration to support biodiversity.
Urban Conservation
are ecosystems that have been significantly
altered by human activities. These biomes reflect the impacts of agriculture, urbanization, and land-use change on ecological patterns and processes, resulting in modified habitats and species distributions
Anthropogenic biomes, or anthromes
are a classification of ecosystems that have been influenced by human activities, differentiating them from natural biomes. This concept highlights the ways in which human land use and ecological practices shape the environment, resulting in unique landscapes characterized by human influence.
Anthromes
refers to the variety of living organisms found within urban areas, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms. This concept underscores the importance of preserving and enhancing biodiversity in cities, recognizing that urban areas can support diverse species and ecological interactions.
Urban Biodiversity
is a contemporary approach to conservation that emphasizes the need for innovative and inclusive strategies for protecting biodiversity in the face of human development and ecological change. It advocates for the integration of conservation efforts into social, economic, and political contexts, recognizing the role of human communities in conservation.
Neoprotectionism
is an approach that seeks to promote positive relationships between people and nature, emphasizing the importance of social well-being, cultural values, and community engagement in conservation efforts. This concept advocates for collaborative approaches that consider human needs alongside biodiversity conservation, fostering coexistence and mutual benefits
Convivial Conservation
is a term proposed to describe a new geological epoch in which human activities have become the dominant influence on the Earth’s climate and
ecosystems
Anthropocene
The ___________ has been marked by a significant increase in species extinctions, often referred to as the Sixth Mass Extinction. This ongoing extinction event is primarily driven by human activities
Anthropocene
are ecosystems that have been significantly altered by human activities, containing new combinations of species and environmental conditions that have no historical precedent.
Novel Ecosystems
