Ecology 1 Flashcards
abundant
existing in large quantities; more than enough
anticipate
to expect something
conservation
the protection of the natural environment
constraint
thing that limits or restricts something, or your freedom to do something
contaminated
to make a substance or place dirty or no longer pure by adding a substance that is dangerous or carries disease
disposal
the act of getting rid of something
dubious
not certain and slightly suspicious about something; not knowing whether something is good or bad
elimination
the process of removing or getting rid of something/somebody completely
incinerate
to burn something until it is completely destroyed
obsolete
no longer used because something new has been invented
sustainable
involving the use of natural products and energy in a way that does not harm the environment
thrive
to become, and continue to be, successful, strong, healthy