Env Sci End of Year Crossword Puzzle

Maximum population that a habitat can sustain indefinitely
A gas molecule that is made up of 3 oxygen atoms. Layer protects us from UV rays.
High concentrations of greenhouse gases (CO2) in the atmosphere causing a gradual increase in the average global temperature.
Human needs met so that a human population can survive indefinitely.
The warming of the surface and lower atmosphere of Earth by greenhouse gases re-radiating heat to the Earth's surface.
A species that is not native to a particular region. (exotic)
Gases composed of molecules that absorb and radiate infrared radiation from the sun. (CO2/methane/water vapor)
The process of clearing forests. (selective / clear cutting)
Process of returning land to it's original condition after mining is completed.
The energy released by a fission or fusion reaction. Energy within the nucleus of an atom.
Precipitation (rain/sleet/snow) that contains a high concentration of acids due to pollution of sulfur oxides and nitrogen oxides from industry.
Energy from sources that are constantly being formed and replenished. (wind/water/solar/geothermal)
A rapid spread of a city into adjoining suburbs and rural areas. (city spreads into country areas)
A process in which materials of the Earth's surface are loosened, dissolved, or worn away and transported from one place to another by natural agents, such as, wind, water, ice, and gravity
Planned economic and community development that attempts to curb urban sprawl and worsening environmental conditions.
Variety and Variability of life on Earth that promotes evolution and survival.
Excessive, misdirected, or obtrusive artificial light.
A city area that is significantly warmer than it's surrounding rural areas due to human activities.
Gradual process of change and replacement of the types of species in a community.
Most waste produced from homes and businesses.