Environment. Flashcards
Space.
a continuous area or expanse which is free, available, or unoccupied.
Sustainability.
Development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Place.
a particular position, point, or area in space; a location.
Interconnection.
A state of being connected reciprocally.
Change.
Make or become different.
Environment.
the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.
Source Function.
Is natural resources.
Sink Function.
The safe absorption of wastes and pollutions.
Service Function.
Services that support life without requiring human action.
Spiritual Function.
An ecosystems ability to provide for recreational activities, aesthetic appeal, spiritual value.
Aesthetic Value.
The value of a landscape based on its attractiveness or beauty.
Emotional value.
People often develop a deep emotional attachment to a place or landscape .
Spiritual Value.
Landscapes hold special spiritual significance for some people.
Economic Value.
Many landscapes also have an economic value. Some, such as agricultural or urban landscapes,are the product of economic activity.
