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5th Grade Science
Environmental Systems
17. Human Impact
17.1 Environmental Systems, Human effects on ecosystems
Discover How Humans Impact Ecosystems and How You Can Help
You will explore how human activities like deforestation, pollution, and overfishing affect ecosystems, and discover what positive actions you can take to protect biodiversity and the natural world.
What You'll Learn
You will learn how deforestation and pollution destroy natural ecosystems.
You will discover how biodiversity keeps ecosystems stable and healthy.
You will explore how invasive species and overfishing harm native wildlife.
You will understand how conservation and sustainability protect our planet.
What You'll Practice
1
You will identify key terms like pollution, extinction, and biodiversity.
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You will answer questions about deforestation, overfishing, and invasive species.
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You will analyze how human choices positively or negatively affect ecosystems.
Why This Matters
Understanding how humans affect ecosystems empowers you to make informed choices that protect biodiversity and ensure a healthy planet for future generations.
This Unit Includes
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Ecosystem Impact
Biodiversity
Conservation
Sustainability
Habitat Loss

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