Ecology And Ecosystems

noun a dry, barren area of land, especially one covered with sand or rocks

verb to abandon or leave someone or something, often without intending to return

• The desert is a harsh environment with very little rainfall.
• Let's go on a desert adventure and explore the sand dunes!
• I'm so thirsty, I feel like I've been wandering in the desert all day.
• After being betrayed by his friends, he felt like he was left in the desert with no one to turn to.

noun a person who maintains or cares for an aquarium, typically as a hobby

• The aquarist meticulously maintains the health and cleanliness of the aquarium.
• My friend is an aquarist and has the coolest fish tank in his living room.
• I never knew being an aquarist required so much work, but it's worth it for the beautiful fish.
• As an aquarist of emotions, she carefully tended to the delicate feelings of those around her.