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Environmental science
The interdisciplinary study of humanity's relationship with other organisms and the physical environment.
Highly developed countries
Countries with complex industrialized bases, low rates of population growth, and high per person incomes.
Less developed countries
Countries with complex industrialized bases, low rates of population growth, and high per person incomes.
Moderately developed countries
Countries with medium levels of industrialization and per person incomes lower than those of highly developed countries.
Nonrenewable resources
Natural resources that are present in limited supplies and are depleted as they are used.
Poverty
A condition in which people are unable to meet their basic needs for food, clothing, shelter, education, or health.
Renewable resources
Resources that are replaced by natural processes and that can be used forever, provided they are not overexploited in the short term.
Scientific method
The way a scientist approaches a problem, by formulating a hypothesis and then testing it.
Sustainability
The ability to meet humanity's current needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
