Term 4 Definitions Flashcards
Study Cards for Exams
1
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Define: Abuse
A
To use in a bad or harmful way
2
Q
Define: Marine
A
Anything to do with the sea
3
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Define: Extinct
A
When a living thing no longer exists
4
Q
Define: Sustainable
A
Managing natural resources so that people will be able to use them in the future
5
Q
Define: Fauna
A
Animals
6
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Define: Migrate
A
To move from one area to another
7
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Define: Biodiversity
A
The number of different plant and animal species in an area
8
Q
Define: Catchment
A
The area drained by one main river and all the rivers that flow into it.
9
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Define: Pesticides
A
Poisonous chemicals used to protects plants from pests
10
Q
Define: Rehabilitate
A
To fix or restore something to its natural state.
11
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Define: Conservation
A
protecting and preserving natural resources. It encourages people to manage resources so they do not become damaged.
