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'''Conservation''' refers to the preservation and care of [[natural resources]], so that people will be able to enjoy their benefits.
[[Image:MoD_Conservator.jpg|right|thumb|250px|A conservator at work]]
'''Conservation''' refers to the preservation, restoration or repair of the natural [[environment]], wildlife, [[archaeology|archaeological]], [[history|historical]], and [[culture|cultural]] sites and artefacts.<ref>''conservation'' "Compact Oxford English Dictionary" [http://www.askoxford.com/concise_oed/conservation?view=uk AskOxford.com]. Accessed 28 December 2007</ref>
Conservation projects aim to:
*maintain the environment and natural resources for future generations,
*maintain species diversity for our benefit and that of wildlife,
*provide opportunities for [[education]] and the enjoyment of the environment.
==References==
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==See also==
*[[Cultural heritage]]
*[[Energy conservation]]
*[[Marine conservation]]
[[Category:Environment]]
[[Category:Environment]]