Ecosystem Dynamics

Published: Jan. 23, 2023, 7:11 p.m.

I was recently reading the January/February 2023 issue of \u201cScience Scope\u201d a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.\xa0\xa0In this issue, I read the \u201cFrom the Editor\u2019s Desk\u201d column, written by Patti McGinnis.\xa0\xa0She wrote an article entitled, \u201cEcosystem Dynamics.\u201d\xa0\xa0

A healthy ecosystem can be defined as one that \u201chas the ability to maintain its structure and function over time in the face of external stress.\u201d\xa0\xa0Managing ecosystems in a manner that creates resilience and long-term sustainability is more crucial than ever.