Biosphere
The sum of all living matter on Earth
Consumption
The use of resources (e.g., fuels or food) by specific populations.
Environment
All the living and nonliving factors in an area.
Extinction
The permanent disappearance of a species from Earth.
Habitat
The place where an organism naturally lives and grows.
Human Activity
Things that humans do.
Natural Resources
Resources that exists in the environment without human intervention.
Per Capita
Average per person.
Population
A group of interacting individuals of the same species located in the same area.
Species
A group of organisms with similar characteristics that are able to interbreed or exchange genetic material.
Production
The process of making something new.
Processing
The turning of raw materials into a product (e.g. wheat --> bread)
Distribution
Transporting goods from one place to another
Consumption
The use of products or the eating of goods.
Waste Management
The process of collecting, sorting, recycling, and safely getting rid of trash to keep people healthy and protect the environment.