Biodiversity

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What is Eutrophication?

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Eutrophication is the process that occurs when fertilizers, animal waste, sewage, or other substances rich in nitrogen and phosphorus enter waterways, leading to excessive algae growth.

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What is a reintroduction program?

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A reintroduction program is a conservation effort aimed at bringing species back to their natural environment to maintain stability in ecosystems.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the contamination of the natural environment, which can harm ecosystems and living organisms.

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What is a Renewable Resource?

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A Renewable Resource is a resource that can be used repeatedly and does not run out because it is naturally replaced, such as solar, wind, and hydro energy.

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What is Deforestation?

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Deforestation is the removal of trees to clear land for other uses, which can lead to habitat loss and biodiversity decline.

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What are Natural Resources?

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Natural Resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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What is Biological Magnification?

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Biological Magnification is the process by which the concentration of toxic substances increases in organisms at each successive level of the food chain.

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What are Introduced Species?

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Introduced Species are non-native species that are brought into a new habitat, which can disrupt local ecosystems and outcompete native species.

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What are Edge Effects?

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Edge Effects refer to the changes in population or community structures that occur at the boundary of two habitats, often leading to increased biodiversity.

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What is Overexploitation?

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Overexploitation is the unsustainable use of natural resources, leading to depletion and potential extinction of species.