All Flashcards
Define Ecosystem Services.
Benefits humans obtain from ecosystems.
What are Provisioning Services?
Tangible products obtained from ecosystems.
What are Regulating Services?
Benefits from ecosystem regulation of natural processes.
What are Cultural Services?
Non-material benefits from ecosystems.
What are Supporting Services?
Underlying natural processes that enable other ecosystem services.
Define Carbon Sequestration.
Absorption & storage of CO2 from the atmosphere.
Define Biological Control.
Managing pests using natural predators/parasites.
Define Photosynthesis.
Conversion of sunlight into energy by plants.
Define Nutrient Cycling.
Movement of essential elements through ecosystems.
Define Soil Formation.
Creation and maintenance of fertile soil.
How does Reforestation help?
Increases carbon sequestration, prevents soil erosion, restores habitats.
How do Sustainable forestry practices help?
Balance timber harvesting with ecosystem health.
How does Reducing pollution help?
Can improve air and water quality and protect ecosystems.
How does Conserving water help?
Can ensure water availability for ecosystems and human use.
How does Reducing waste help?
Can conserve resources and reduce pollution.
How does Using renewable energy help?
Can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.
How does Protecting biodiversity help?
Can maintain ecosystem resilience and support ecosystem services.
How does Promoting sustainable agriculture help?
Can reduce soil degradation and improve food security.
How does Supporting ecotourism help?
Can provide economic incentives for conservation.
How does Educating the public help?
Can raise awareness about environmental issues and promote sustainable practices.
Define Ecosystem Services.
Benefits humans obtain from ecosystems.
What are Provisioning Services?
Tangible products obtained from ecosystems.
What are Regulating Services?
Benefits from ecosystem processes regulating natural phenomena.
What are Cultural Services?
Non-material benefits from ecosystems that enrich lives.
What are Supporting Services?
Underlying natural processes that enable all other ecosystem services.
Define Carbon Sequestration.
Absorption and storage of CO2 from the atmosphere.
Define Biological Control.
Managing pests using natural predators/parasites.
Define Photosynthesis.
Conversion of sunlight into energy by plants.
Define Nutrient Cycling.
Movement of essential elements through ecosystems.
Define Soil Formation.
Creation and maintenance of fertile soil.