An environmental concept refers to fundamental ideas or principles related to the environment. These concepts help us understand the interactions between living organisms, ecosystems, natural resources, and human activities.
Environmental concepts are like puzzle pieces that fit together to form a bigger picture. Each concept represents a unique shape and color, but when combined, they create a comprehensive understanding of how our environment works.
Biodiversity: The variety of life forms (plants, animals, microorganisms) in an ecosystem or on Earth as a whole.
Sustainability: The ability to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Ecological Footprint: A measure of human impact on the environment based on resource consumption and waste production.
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