Conceptual Integrated Science
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ISBN: 9780135197394
Author: Hewitt, Paul G., LYONS, Suzanne, (science Teacher), Suchocki, John, Yeh, Jennifer (jennifer Jean)
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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In an ecosystem consisting of humans, there is a direct interaction between humans and the natural environment. The human population is directly dependent on natural resources for their survival. Overexploitation of the natural resources by humans can directly affect nature’s ability to support the human population.
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