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.