🌱 Environmental Geography

Explore the relationship between human activities and the natural environment

🌿 Major Ecosystems

Discover Earth's diverse ecosystems and their unique characteristics:

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Tropical Rainforest

Location: Near equator (Amazon, Congo, Southeast Asia)

  • Highest biodiversity on Earth
  • Warm, wet climate year-round
  • Multiple canopy layers
  • Rapid nutrient cycling
Deforestation Threat
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Temperate Forest

Location: Mid-latitudes (Eastern North America, Europe, East Asia)

  • Deciduous and coniferous trees
  • Four distinct seasons
  • Rich soil development
  • Wildlife hibernation patterns
Moderate Threat
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Grasslands

Location: Interior continents (Great Plains, Pampas, Steppes)

  • Dominated by grasses
  • Moderate rainfall
  • Fertile soils
  • Large grazing animals
Agriculture Conversion
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Desert

Location: Arid regions (Sahara, Gobi, Atacama)

  • Very low precipitation
  • Extreme temperature variations
  • Specialized plant and animal adaptations
  • Limited soil development
Expanding Due to Climate
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Tundra

Location: Arctic regions and high mountains

  • Permafrost layer
  • Short growing season
  • Low plant diversity
  • Migratory animal patterns
Climate Change Impact
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Marine

Location: Oceans and seas (71% of Earth's surface)

  • Saltwater environment
  • Different depth zones
  • Marine food webs
  • Ocean currents and upwelling
Pollution & Overfishing

Ecosystem Details

Select an ecosystem above to learn about its characteristics and environmental challenges.

🌡️ Climate Change Simulator

Explore the causes and effects of climate change on different regions:

+1.1°C
Global Temperature Rise Since 1880
Select a climate process above to see simulation

🏭 Pollution Types & Sources

Learn about different types of environmental pollution and their impacts:

Pollution Information

Select a pollution type to learn about its sources and environmental impact.

🛡️ Conservation Strategies

Explore different approaches to environmental protection and sustainability:

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Protected Areas

National parks, reserves, and wildlife sanctuaries

Coverage: 15% of Earth's land

Renewable Energy

Solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal power

Growth: 30% annually

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Sustainable Agriculture

Organic farming, crop rotation, reduced pesticides

Benefits: Soil health, biodiversity

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Circular Economy

Reduce, reuse, recycle, and recover materials

Goal: Zero waste systems

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Green Cities

Urban planning for sustainability and livability

Features: Green roofs, public transport

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Ecosystem Restoration

Reforestation, wetland restoration, rewilding

Target: 1 billion hectares by 2030

Conservation Strategy Details

Click on a conservation strategy to learn about its implementation and effectiveness.

📊 Environmental Sustainability Meter

Test your environmental impact knowledge and see sustainability levels:

Environmental Impact Level

Sustainability Assessment

Click on impact levels above to see environmental assessment details.

🧠 Environmental Geography Quiz

Question 1: Which ecosystem has the highest biodiversity?

A) Tropical rainforest
B) Temperate forest
C) Grasslands
D) Marine ecosystem