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Chapter 3 Science
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Chapter 3 | Terminology |
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Equilibrium | Constant changes over time |
Succesion | Predictable changes of a community, abiotic conditions following a disturbance |
Primary Succesion | succesion on newly exposed ground |
Secondary Succesion | succession on a partially disturbed ecosystem |
Biodiversity | variety of life in a particular ecosystem |
Species Richness | number of species in an area |
Extinct | Species that is gone from Earth |
Extirpated | Species that is gone from an area |
Endangered | Species facing extirpation or extinction |
Threatened | Species that is likely to become endangered |
Special Concern | Species may become threatened or endangered |
Invasive Species | a non-native species that negatively impacts the environment |
Pollution | harmful contaminants released into the environment |
Acid Precipitation | precipitation that has been made more acidic by chemicals in the air |
Neutralize | counteract the chemical properties of an acid |
Bioremediation | use of micro organisms to break down environmental pollutants |
Stewardship | taking responsibility for managing and protecting the enviornment |