Human Impact Vocabulary

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Invasive Species

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A species that is not native to an ecosystem and has no natural predators, often leading to ecological imbalance.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Alternative Resources

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Other sources of energy that are more environmentally friendly, such as solar, wind, and hydro power.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

NGSS.MS-ETS1-2

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Environment

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The area or surroundings in which a living organism exists, including all living and non-living factors.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Pollution

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The introduction of harmful substances or factors into the environment, causing adverse effects.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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Renewable Energy Sources

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Energy derived from resources that are naturally replenished, such as wind, water, and sunlight.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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Habitat Destruction

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The process in which natural habitats are altered or destroyed, often due to human activities.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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Natural Resources

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

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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Direct Harvesting

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The process of collecting resources directly from their natural environment, often leading to depletion.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Ecosystem

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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Biodiversity

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-5