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Bundle 4, Scope 1
Human Impact on the Environment
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Biosphere | The sum of all living matter on Earth. |
| Consumption | The use of resources (e.g., fuels or food) by specific populations. |
| Environment | All the living and nonliving factors in an area. |
| Extinction | The permanent disappearance of a species from Earth. |
| Habitat | The place where an organism naturally lives and grows. |
| Human Activity | Things tat humans do. |
| Natural Resources | Resources that exist in the environment without human intervention. |
| Per Capita | Average per Person |
| Population | A group of interacting individuals of the same species located in the same area. |
| Species | A group of organisms with similar characteristics that are able to interbreed or exchange genetic material. |