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Definition
: The external elements and conditions which surround, influence, and affect the life and development of an organism or population.
See Also
Ecosystem
;
Social Environment
Examples
Altitude
;
Atmosphere
;
Carbon Footprint
;
Caves
;
Cities
;
Climate
;
Confined Spaces
;
Ecosystem
;
Extraterrestrial Environment
;
Fresh Water
;
Groundwater
;
Ice
;
Noise
;
Odors
;
Seawater
;
Soil
;
Wetlands
;
Wilderness
Other names
Environments; Impacts, Environmental; Impact, Environmental; Environmental Impacts; Environmental Impact