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Biodiversity, society and the future of humanity
Biological diversity, or biodiversity, is the scientific term for the variety of life on Earth. It refers not only to species, but also to ecosystems and differences in genes within a single species. Everywhere on the planet, species live together and depend on each other. Every living being, including human beings, is involved in these complex networks of interdependent relationships, which are called ecosystems. Healthy ecosystems clean our water, purify our air, maintain our soil, regulate climate, recycle nutrients, and provide us with food. They provide raw materials and resources for medicines and other purposes. They are at the base of all civilization and sustain our economies. It's that simple: we could not live without these ""ecosystem services"". They are what we call our natural capital.
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