You are to answer the following questions in your own words. This may require additional internet research, so be sure to cite your sources. (example: “Our Work.” Endplasticwaste.org. n.d. Alliance To End Plastic Waste, 2021. Web. 4 August 2021. https://endplasticwaste.org/en/our-work.
II.
1. How can we reduce our exposure to hormone disruptors? Provide specific examples.
2. Currently, most of our energy comes from nonrenewable energy sources. By using more renewable energy sources, what impact will this have on the environment?
3. Explain what the National Recycling Challenge is and how it has influenced the development of innovative technologies to address environmental issues.
III.
1. Choose the role of concerned citizen or city mayor. You are to educate and community members on the importance and benefits of recycling and motivate them to participate in a community recycling program. What is your plan of action? Explain why you chose the role that you did.
2. What are the effects of erosion on water quality? How does erosion contribute to groundwater pollution?
3. What does the phrase “environmental racism” mean? Explain the relationship between environmental racism and hazardous waste. What are some of the ethical issues that it raises?
4. Explain why watershed management is so important for the protection of biodiversity. Provide specific examples to support your answer.
5. The principle of “all life is interconnected” was prevalent throughout this course. Based on the knowledge that you have gained from exploring environmental science, explain what this concept means.
6. How has this course increased your awareness of environmental issues? What influence has this knowledge had on choice that you make in everyday life?
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