dependent Needing another for help, support: Depending upon another independent Not needing another for help. Not dependent. inter- prefix "between", "among". ex: interstate- between states, intercontinental- between continents. interdependent Being dependent upon each other climate Affects what types of plants and animal life live in a certain area. weather Atmospheric conditions over a short period of time. atmospheric conditions Temperature, precipitation, wind, humidity, air pressure. soil Affects the types of plants that can grow in a certain place. humus plant life (including trees). vegetation protects soil: 1. Roots hold soil in place and help prevent erosion 2. Breaks the force of raindrops and thus helps prevent/control erosion 3. Provides shade and thus helps retain moisture 4. Deposits dead leaves and matter.
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