Provisioning
The earth naturally provides these CATEGORIES of food (name at least two of the five)
Crop/grain, livestock, fish, spices/seasonings, produce (fruit/vegetables)
The earth natural regulates this that we call the pattern of weather
Climate
Rocks break down over time and mix with dead plants to make this important growing material.
Soil formation
People enjoy going hiking, fishing, or camping in nature. These fun activities are called this.
Recreation
Nature provides this essential liquid
Water
Trees and wetlands help clean the things we breathe and drink.
Air and water purification
Plants use sunlight, water, and air to make their own food through this process.
Photosynthesis
When people enjoy how beautiful nature looks, like sunsets or forests, they are enjoying this.
Aesthetic value
Nature provides these raw building materials (name any of the 4)
Timber/wood, fibres, fuels, ores/minerals
When it rains a lot, wetlands and forests help stop this from damaging towns and farms.
What is flood control
Forests, reefs, and trees give animals safe places to live and raise their babies.
Habitat provision
Some people feel connected to nature in a deep or religious way. This is called a ______ connection.
Spiritual
Our first of these life saving chemicals came from natural sources
Medicines
Bees, butterflies, and other animals help flowers and food plants grow by doing this job.
Pollination
When dead plants and animals break down, they return important things to the soil to help new plants grow.
Nutrient cycling
Nature is important to some groups because it connects to their stories, traditions, and way of life.
Cultural connections