Define Ecosystem Services and Discuss the Ecosystem Services Provided by Forests

question 13

Essay

Define ecosystem services and discuss the ecosystem services provided by forests and coastal areas. Discuss how these services are altered by human activity.

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Definitions:

Native-born American Families

Native-born American families are those whose members were born in the United States, distinguishing them from families that have immigrated and became naturalized citizens.

Unemployment Rate

The percentage of the labor force that is jobless and actively looking for employment.

Rise in Suicides

An increase in the number of individuals intentionally causing their own death.

Percent

A part or other object per hundred, used to indicate a proportion out of one hundred in fractions or rates.