Unit 3 Environmental

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Sustainability

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The ability to maintain or preserve resources and processes over the long term without depleting them.

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Conservation

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The protection and preservation of natural resources to prevent exploitation, destruction, or neglect.

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Resources

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Natural materials or substances that can be used for economic gain or to support life, such as water, minerals, and forests.

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Consumers

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Organisms or entities that use goods and services produced by producers.

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Producers

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Organisms or entities that create goods or services for consumption by others.

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Climate

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The long-term patterns and averages of weather in a particular area.

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Impact

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The effect or influence of one thing on another, often referring to environmental or social effects.

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Supply

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The total amount of a product or service available to consumers.

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Demand

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The desire of consumers to purchase goods and services at given prices.

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Product

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An item or service that is created or manufactured for sale or consumption.