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WHATCG? L8-10
Where Have All The Creatures Gone? Lessons 8-10
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Stable Populations | Population rates that remain constant over time. |
| Unstable Populations | Population rates that change over time. |
| Bioaccumulation | When the amount of pollutant increases within an organism over time. |
| Dioxin | A group of highly toxic chemical compounds that are harmful to health. They can cause problems with reproduction, development, and the immune system. |
| Pollutant | A substance that makes something (as air or water) impure and often unsafe. |
| Limiting Factors | An environmental factor that causes a population to decrease in size. |
| Carrying Capacity | The number of people, other living organisms, or crops that a region can support without harming the environment. |
| Phosphorus | A chemical element that glows in the dark and in moist air. |