Vocabulary Terms for Environmental Science
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What is a pest?

  • An organism that is harmful or damaging to humans, crops, etc. (correct)
  • A type of plant.
  • A tool used in farming.
  • A type of animal.
  • What does 'waterscape' refer to?

    A view of water or an area of water.

    Protected means being sheltered by law from being hunted or disturbed in any way.

    True

    What does 'bask' mean?

    <p>To lie in the warmth of the sun or another source of warmth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'disgruntled' mean?

    <p>Irritated or dissatisfied.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'cagily' mean?

    <p>Cautiously; secretively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hammock?

    <p>A forested area of higher land rising above a marsh where trees may grow; a tree island in a marsh.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Vocabulary Terms and Definitions

    • Pest: An organism that causes harm or damage to humans or crops, often interfering with agricultural productivity.
    • Waterscape: Represents a visual expanse of water; can refer to lakes, rivers, swamps, and similar environments.
    • Protected: Status granted by law ensuring that a species or habitat cannot be hunted or disturbed, playing a crucial role in conservation efforts.
    • Bask: Refers to lying or resting in warmth from the sun or another heat source, typically for the purpose of absorbing heat and recharging energy.
    • Disgruntled: Describes a state of irritation or dissatisfaction; often used to express a person's displeasure with a situation.
    • Cagily: Adverb indicating behavior that is cautious or secretive; implies a level of wariness or strategic thinking.
    • Hammock: A specific type of ecological niche characterized by higher ground in a marsh. It supports the growth of trees and is important for biodiversity in wetland areas.

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    This quiz focuses on key vocabulary terms and their definitions related to environmental science. You will explore important concepts such as pest management, waterscapes, and conservation statuses. Test your knowledge and understanding of these essential terms that play a critical role in ecology and environmental studies.

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