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CH. 16 Vocab (Human Impact on Ecosystems)

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type of air pollution caused by interaction of sunlight with pollutants produced by fossil fuel emissions

Biomagnification

as pollutant moves up the food chain, it's concentration increases

microscopic bits of dust, metal, and unburned fuel (1-10 microns in size) that are produced by many different industrial processes

Umbrella species

name given to species because its protection also protect wide range of other species

Sustainable development

a practice in which natural resources are used and managed in a way that meets current needs without hurting future generations