A company wants to mine copper. What effects can mining have on the land?

Human activities can cause the population of algae in lakes to increase. What can be done toreduce this problem?

Greene County has a problem. Its citizens are producing too much trash. What is one way that citizens can help the county reduce the amount of trash?

The people who live near a forest want to protect the forest ecosystem. Which activity would help preserve the forest?

Kevin is making a poster about renewable resources. Which of the following should he include?

Ian is researching energy sources that are continually replaced and will not run out. Which topic should he choose to research?

What causes smog?

Many of the trees on East Mountain are dying. Scientists think the problem is acid rain. What canthe people of East Mountain do to help the forest?

Water pollutants that flow over the land and into rivers and streams

the removal of all the trees in an area.

RACE RESPONSE:  Some people live in suburbs where houses have large yards and gardens. Other people live in tall buildings in cities. Which kind of home do you think has a greater impact on the land? Explain. 

In what ways does burning  fuels affect air quality

Instead of riding in a car, you decide to ride your bicycle to school. How could this decision affect air quality?

Why do you think most space junk that falls toward Earth falls in the ocean?

 The careful use of and protection of natural resources.

Trees are a renewable resource. Why is it important to conserve forests? Explain your answer.