Chapter 16 Flashcards: Conservation and Biodiversity
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a species introduced from elsewhere, inflicting negative impacts on native ecosystems
invasive species
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plankton
small floating aquatic organisms
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buildup of CFCs in the atmosphere can deplete this component of the atmosphere
ozone layer
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excess sulfur and nitrogen in the atmosphere can lead to this weather phenomenon, affecting pH of soil and water
acid precipitation
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excess carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere can lead to global warming due this effect
greenhouse effect
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