Human Impact on Ecosystems
Science

The increase in concentration of harmful substances in the higher levels of a food chain
Biological magnification
The increase in concentration of harmful substances in the higher levels of a food chain biological magnification. Biological magnification is when toxins become more concentrated in the bodies of animals as you move up the food chain.

The variety of habitats, communities, and ecological processes in an area
Ecosystem diversity
The variety of habitats, communities, and ecological processes in an area. Ecosystem diversity. Ecosystem diversity refers to the range of different environments and living communities in a particular area, contributing to the overall health of the planet.

The variety of inheritable characteristics or genes in an interbreeding population
Genetic diversity
The variety of inheritable characteristics or genes in an interbreeding population. Genetic diversity. It refers to the range of different genes within a species, which helps populations adapt to changing environments.