Directions: Complete the crossword puzzle by filling in the word that fits each clue. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper. ACROSS DOWN 1 - the basic source of energy 1 - it is being affected by a radiant energy 2 - one of the major pollutants in the atmosphere 2 - it may increase the population of algae and other 3- one of the main features of the soil aquatic animals 4 - it is where plants grow 3 - finding a new area where habitat and food supplies is available 4 - carries nutrients to organisms' body and removes waste materials 5- it protects us from the radiant energy of the sun 6-floods, tsunamis, and earthquakes