Combined Science GCSE
Hedgerow
What Hedgerow means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Hedgerow
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Reference: AQA
A line of shrubs and trees along a boundary that gives cover, berries and corridors for wildlife moving between habitats.
Topics that use Hedgerow
- Maintaining biodiversity (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Biodiversity
- Breeding programme
- Conservation programmes
- Conservation strategies
- Field margin
- Habitat loss and restoration
- Human impact on ecosystems
- Human impact on the environment
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