vertebrae – n. one of the small bones that are linked together to form the backbone

data -- n. facts or information used usually to calculate, analyze, or plan something

atmospheric -- adj. of or relating to the atmosphere of the Earth or another planet

elevated -- adj. higher than normal

saturate – v. to fill (something) completeljy with something

species -- n. a group of animals or plants that are similar and can produce young animals or plants : a group of related animals or plants that is smaller than a genus

resilience – n. the ability to become strong, healthy, or successful again after something bad happens