Module 24 Flashcards
Pollution
Materials released or discarded by humans that harm health or life in ecosystem
Climate change
Climate disruptions that had occurred as a result of atmosphere.
Ecosystem diversity
The habitats within a region. In some places a wide array of habitats can form a diverse path.
Species richness
Different species of organisms present in a given area.
Genetic diversity
A population with high amounts of allele variety has high genetic diversity
Sustainable tech
Solutions that meet human economic and social needs while preserving the productivity or biodiversity of ecosystems over a long period of time
Non renewable resources
Resources that are in limited supply in the earth takes million of years to produce. Ex: fossil fuels, minerals, and metals.