Industrial & Environmental Revolution. How have they impacted the environment and the way that humans use natural resources? Biogeochemical cycles

Describe the Industrial Revolution. How has it impacted the environment and the way that humans use natural resources? What triggered the Environmental Revolution? When did people become more focused on environmental issues? What are the goals of the Environmental Movement? Do you think that we should continue to pursue these goals? Why or why not? Biogeochemical cycles describe the cycling and recycling of elements in ecosystems. In your own words, describe the cycling of carbon, phosphorus, and nitrogen through both the living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) components of ecosystems. And, describe how humans have impacted each of these three cycles. Questions 1 & 2. Describe... click for more

Biodiversity

Humans are impacting biodiversity in many different ways. Answer the following in your posts: What is biodiversity? What are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the globe and how are humans impacting it? Is maintaining biodiversity essential for human sustainability? What can be done to maintain today’s current biodiversity levels? What are non-native species and how do they impact biodiversity? Helpful Hints If you having any trouble finding an invasive species here is a nice website with links to invasive species in each state. Check it out: http://www.biodiversitypartners.org/state/index.shtml Biodiversity is covered in Chapter 10. 1. What is biodive... click for more

Use of Pesticides

Unit 4 discusses the problems associated with chemicals and their risk to human health. You are part of a team at the United Nations that addresses agricultural issues. A developing country has just had a massive outbreak of insect pests that are destroying their crops. What advice will you give them concerning the use of pesticides? Do you advise them to use them or not to use them? Answer the following in your posts: What are the risks of using pesticides? What are the benefits to using pesticides? Are there any alternatives to using chemical pesticides? Develop a plan of action for this country? What are your final recommendations for this country on pesticide use?

Provide some research data on global warming and what is the world doing about it.

Provide some research data for global warming. What is the world doing about it?

Air quality in Houston and surrounding areas

On air quality in Houston and surrounding areas, cities with refineries.