The Lexicon
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biodiversity
noun
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or on Earth.
ecosystem
noun
A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.
deforestation
noun
The clearing or removal of trees from a forest, typically for agriculture or industry.
conservation
noun
The protection and preservation of the natural environment, species, or resources.
emissions
noun
Gases or substances discharged into the atmosphere from industrial processes.
sustainable
adjective
Able to be maintained long-term without damaging the natural environment.
habitat
noun
The natural environment in which a species normally lives and grows.
extinction
noun
The permanent disappearance of a species from Earth.
renewable
adjective
Describing energy sources naturally replenished and not depleted by use.
climate
noun
The long-term pattern of weather in a region, or the global atmospheric system.
erosion
noun
The gradual wearing away of rock or soil by natural forces such as water or wind.
contamination
noun
The presence of an unwanted substance that makes something impure or harmful.
mitigate
verb
To make something less severe or painful; to lessen the impact of.
precipitation
noun
Water falling from the atmosphere as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.
degradation
noun
The deterioration of something, especially the environment or natural resources.
biodegradable
adjective
Capable of being broken down by bacteria or other natural organisms.
species
noun
A group of living organisms sharing common characteristics, capable of interbreeding.
drought
noun
A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.
carbon footprint
noun
The total greenhouse gases produced by an individual, organisation, or activity.
photosynthesis
noun
The process by which plants convert sunlight and CO₂ into energy and oxygen.