自然 refers to the natural world and its processes, including plants, animals, weather, and landscapes. It emphasizes the idea of things occurring without human intervention or influence.
Think of 自然 as a beautiful garden that grows and changes on its own, without anyone needing to tend to it or make it look a certain way.
環境 (かんきょう): This term refers to the environment or surroundings in which living organisms exist.
生態系 (せいたいけい): This term refers to an ecosystem, which is a community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.
持続可能性 (じぞくかのうせい): This term refers to sustainability, the ability to maintain ecological balance over time for future generations.
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