Ecology for Kids

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What does the ozone layer do?

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It protects us from the sun's harmful rays.

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Why is over-fishing a problem?

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Because harvesting too many fish has put some species in danger.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their environment interacting as a system.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What are renewable resources?

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Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replenished naturally over time, like sunlight and wind.

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What is pollution?

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Pollution is the introduction of harmful substances or products into the environment.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing of forests, which can lead to loss of habitat for many species.

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What is conservation?

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Conservation is the protection and preservation of natural resources and the environment.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a series of organisms each dependent on the next as a source of food.

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What is the water cycle?

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The water cycle is the continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth.