Environmental Science Basics

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What is Environmental Science?

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The study of how natural systems work and how humans interact with them.

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What are the Four Spheres?

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The four interconnected systems that make up the planet's environment.

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What is the Geosphere?

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The solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the Hydrosphere?

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All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.

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What is the Atmosphere?

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The layer of gases that surrounds the Earth.

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What is the Biosphere?

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All the living things on Earth, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is a Closed System in environmental science?

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The Earth is a closed system, meaning matter does not enter or leave the system, but energy does.

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What is Sustainability?

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The ability to maintain ecological processes and functions over time.

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What is Conservation?

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Protecting nature through sustainable use of natural resources.

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What is Preservation?

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Protecting nature from human interference. (Keeping things pristine)