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Grade 8 Geography: Environmental Geography & Conservation Strategies
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the study of how human activities and natural systems interact across places, including degradation and conservation
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decline in environmental quality or productivity, such as soil loss, pollution, or habitat damage
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protecting, managing, and sustainably using ecosystems, species, and natural resources
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a place set aside with rules to safeguard habitats, species, or cultural-natural heritage
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repairing damaged ecosystems so they regain function, habitat, or resilience
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a planned approach—such as protection, restoration, sustainable use, or community stewardship—to meet conservation goals
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maps show where degradation occurs, who is affected, and whether actions match the problem’s location
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Answers vary: effectiveness, equity, cost, feasibility, biodiversity gain, community support, durability
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decline in environmental quality or productivity
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protecting and sustainably managing ecosystems and resources
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place with rules to safeguard habitats, species, or heritage
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repairing damaged ecosystems toward healthier function
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