Environment & Society

Biodiversity
Introduction
by Dela Cruz
What is an environment?

Environment means anything that

surrounds us. It can be living (biotic) or
non-living (abiotic) things.
 This includes..

physical, chemical and other natural forces. ... In the environment there are different
interactions between animals, plants, soil, water, and other living and non-living
things.
 What is a society?
A society, or a human society, is a group of
people involved with each other through persistent relations, or a

large social grouping sharing the same geographical or social territory, typically subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural

expectations.
So what's their relationship?

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 Society to Environment

positive negative
Societies adapt and Humans impact the physical
transform the environments environment in many ways:
overpopulation, pollution,
they inhabit. They depend
burning fossil fuels, and
upon the use of resources
deforestation. Changes like
and reduction of hazards
these have triggered climate
for their survival and change, soil erosion, poor air
material well-being. quality, and undrinkable water.
 Environment to Society
positive
Positive -The environment is an
important issue even when
society is faced with economic
crises, wars, and unending
social problems. It matters
because Earth is the only
home that humans have, and
it provides air, food, and other
negative
Environmental pollution has
several impacts on society.
Environmental pollution
causes serious problems like
global warming, depletion of
ozone layer, extinction of
biodiversity etc.
What is Biodiversity?
by Maquiling
 What is biodiversity?
It is the variety of life on Earth,
in all its forms and all its
interactions. If that sounds
bewilderingly broad, that’s
because it is. Biodiversity is
the most complex feature of
our planet and it is the most
vital. “Without biodiversity,
there is no future for
humanity,” says Prof David
 What are 3 biodiversity examples?

The three different types of biodiversity are

species, genetic and ecosystem diversity. Species
diversity examples are animals, plants, and
microorganisms. Genetic diversity examples is what
makes all living things unique. Ecosystem diversity
examples are coastal dunes, forests, wetlands, and
rivers
The 3 components of Biodiverty
by Mendoza, Emphasis & Oracion
What is an
ecosystem?
is a geographic area
where plants, animals, and
other organisms, as well
as weather and landscape,
work together to form abubble of

life.
The environment includes two types of factors:

Abioti Bioti
Abiotic
are the nonliving aspects of the
environment. They include factors
such as sunlight, soil, temperature,
and water.
 Biotic
Biotic factors are the living aspects
of the environment.
 Types of ecosystem
There are 431 types of world ecosystem
however, here are the major types of
ecosystem.

Fore Grassla Desse Tundr freshwat

st nd rt a er
Marin
e
 Why is it important?

• It provides a habitat for wild plants and animals. It promotes various food chains and food webs.

• Healthy ecosystems clean our water, purify our air, maintain our soil, regulate the climate, recycle nutrients and provide us with food. They provide raw materials and resources for

medicines and other purposes.

What is genetic
diversity?
Genetic diversity is the
diversity of genetic
characteristics which
express and recessive
within aspecies.
 Why is it important?

Why genetic diversity important genetic diversity

is important because it transcends the ability of
species and populations to resist diseases, pests,
changes in climate, and other stresses.
In addition, in what the article says that failure to
maintain genetic diversity limits the capacity for a
population to adopt, making it vulnerable to even
small changes in the environment and increasing
the likelihood of extinction.
Example 1
Different plant breeds are crossbred
to get the desired trade in a
particular plant
 Example 2
Humans have created dog breeds by
selective breeding
Example 3
Coyotes are naturally evolving
generalist species adaptive to an
array of environments
What is Species
diversity?

is defined as the number

of unique species present
in an ecosystem and the
relative abundance. When
all of the species present
are equally numerous in
the region, diversity is
highest.
Why is biodiversity important?

by Iway & Uy
Biodiversity is good for the economy.

At least 40 percent of the world’s economy and 80 percent of the needs of the poor are derived from biological resources. Millions of people also depend on nature and species for their day-to-day livelihoods.
Keeping biodiverse ecosystems intact helps
humans stay healthy.

Research indicates that there is a close link between disease

outbreaks and the degradation of nature.
 70%
of emerging viral diseases have spread from animals to
humans. As the global wildlife trade continues and
development projects expand deeper into tropical
forests, humans are increasing their exposure to wild
animals — and the diseases they may carry. For
example, the COVID-19 pandemic can likely be sourced
to a wild animal and fish market in Wuhan, China. This
shows that we must take care of nature to take care of
Wildlife supports healthy ecosystems that we
rely on.
Whether in a village in the Amazon or a metropolis such as Beijing,
humans depend on the services ecosystems provide, such as fresh
water, pollination, soil fertility and stability, food and medicine.
Ecosystems weakened by the loss of biodiversity are less likely to
deliver those services, especially given the needs of an ever-growing
human population.
Biodiversity is an essential part of the solution
to climate change.

In a landmark study published in 2017, a group of researchers led by

Bronson Griscom, who researches natural climate solutions at
Conservation International, discovered that nature can deliver at least
30 percent of the emissions reductions needed by 2030 to prevent
climate catastrophe.
Protecting biodiversity plays a crucial part in
achieving these emissions reductions.

The destruction of forest ecosystems is responsible for 11

percent of all global greenhouse gas emissions caused by
humans, so conserving forests would stop the release of
these gases into the atmosphere. Trees and plants also
store carbon in their tissue, making it even more
necessary to protect them.
Biodiversity is an integral part of culture and
identity.
Species are frequently integral to religious, cultural and national
identities. All major religions include elements of nature and 231
species are formally used as national symbols in 142 countries.
Unfortunately, more than one-third of those species are threatened,
but the bald eagle and American bison are examples of conservation
successes because of their role as national symbols.
 The emergence of COVID-19

demonstrates how destroying biodiversity

also harms the essential system for human
life. A more biodiverse environment lessens
the risk of the virus spreading or taking
control. Without biodiversity, viruses are free
to transfer from animals to humans.
Covid-19 and its relationship with biodiversity

by Yap
 It is through this that we must adapt
and learn as swiftly as ever before.
The COVID 19 virus provides us
critical lessons about global
biodiversity problems. As a result, the
most effective future immunization
strategy is to protect nature and
biodiversity because this is no longer
merely an ecological issue. It is a
matter of comprehending that in order
to prevent pandemics, we must
maintain a healthy ecosystem.
 Traditional medicine remains vital in health
care, especially primary care. With the loss of
biodiversity, we are also losing many of
nature's chemicals and genes, many of which
have already provided great health benefits to
humanity.
Discussion
Test your Knowledge!
What are the 3 components of Biodiversity?
 Answer:

Ecosystem, Genetic and

Speices
What are the 2 factors of environment?
 Answer:

Abiotic and Biotic

Give at least 1 major type of ecosystem.
 Answer:

Forest, Marine, Dessert,

Freshwater, Tundra,
Grassland.
That's all, Thank you!

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