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Biodiversity

The variety of life in the world or a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Ecosystem

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Sustainability

The ability to maintain ecological balance by avoiding depletion of natural resources.

Photosynthesis

The process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

Climate Change

A long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.

Habitat

The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Invasive Species

Non-native species that spread widely and cause harm to the environment, economy, or human health.

Conservation

The protection of biodiversity through preservation and management practices.

Pollution

The introduction of contaminants into the natural environment that cause adverse changes.

Renewable Resources

Natural resources that are replenished naturally over time.