Environment Vocabulary
ecology
The branch of biology that deals with the relationships of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
sustainability
The ability to be maintained or continued over the long term without depleting resources.
Glossary Reference
List of common words related to environment.
ecology
The branch of biology that deals with the relationships of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
sustainability
The ability to be maintained or continued over the long term without depleting resources.
biodiversity
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or in the world as a whole.
pollution
The presence or introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.
renewable
Describing a resource that is naturally replenished or replaced.
conservation
The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting; the careful management of natural resources.
ecosystem
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
climate
The prevailing weather conditions in a particular region over a long period.
habitat
A habitat is the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.
deforestation
The act of clearing forests or trees, typically for agriculture or development.
greenhouse
A structure with a glass or plastic roof and walls, used for growing plants in controlled conditions.
carbon footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, event, or product, usually expressed in units of carbon dioxide equivalents.
recycling
The process of converting waste materials into reusable materials.
biodegradable
Capable of being decomposed by natural processes, especially by the action of microorganisms.
waste management
The process of collecting, treating, and disposing of waste materials.
endangered
At risk of extinction or in danger of becoming extinct.
natural resources
Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be utilized for economic gain or for fulfilling human needs.
emissions
The act of sending out or discharging something, usually gases or pollutants.
organic
Relating to, or derived from living matter; also refers to food produced without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or genetic modification.
climate change
A change in global or regional climate patterns, particularly an increase in temperature and weather extremes, attributed largely to the increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by the use of fossil fuels.
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