Share Environment - Unit 1 - F
Save to Folder
the parts of a dead animal or a plant that have become hard and turned into rock
fossil
to make something less pure or make it polluted
contaminate
to remove harmful substances or poisons from something
Detoxify
the process in which towns, streets, factories, etc. are built where there was once countryside
Urbanization
the process in which towns, streets, factories, etc. are built where there was once countryside
Urbanization
the use of natural products and energy in a way that does not harm the environment
Sustainability
environmentally responsible travel to enjoy and appreciate nature and cultural experiences
Ecotourism
the cutting down of tree in a large area
Deforestation
money given as part of the cost of something, to help or encourage it to happen
Subsidy
Since the ………………… has removed so much topsoil, the crop productivity is adversely affected. (deforestation/ soil erosion/ urbanization)
soil erosion
The company received a substantial state ………………… for further investment. (subsidy/ money/ money)
subsidy
……………………… has brought positive changes in poor areas. (Contamination/ Urbanization/ Deforestation)
Urbanization
Costa Rica's national parks have made it a center for ………………………(sustainability/ urbanization/ ecotourism)
ecotourism
Many factories release harmful ………………………. into the atmosphere.
pollutants
Burning fossil fuels can cause ………………………. to fall from the clouds.
acid rain
