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How do ecosystems provide essential services to humans?

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Ecosystems provide essential services to humans in various ways, such as:

  • Regulation of climate and air quality
  • Provision of food and water
  • Pollination of crops by bees and other insects
  • Decomposition of waste and recycling of nutrients
  • Protection from natural disasters like floods and storms
  • Support for recreational and cultural activities
  • Contribution to medical research and natural resources for pharmaceuticals
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