Learning Goal: I’m working on a environmental science multi-part question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.
read chapter 6 and answer the questions below:
1. What is the approximate current human global population? How many people are being added to the population each day?
2. Why has the human population continued to grow despite
environmental limitations? Give one example of an innovation that increased the carrying capacity for humans.
3. Contrast the views of environmental scientists with those
of economists regarding whether population growth is a
problem. Name several reasons why population growth
is viewed as a problem.
4. Explain the IPAT model. How can technology increase
environmental impact? Provide at least one example.
How can technology decrease environmental impact?
Provide at least one example.
5. How do the size, density, distribution, age structure, and
sex ratio of a population help determine the impact of
human populations on the environment?
6. What is the total fertility rate (TFR)? Why is the replacement fertility for humans approximately 2.1? How is
Europe’s TFR affecting its rate of natural increase?
7. Why have fertility rates fallen in many countries?
8. How does the demographic transition model explain the
increase in population growth rates in recent centuries?
How does it explain the recent decrease in population
growth rates in many countries?
9. Why are the empowerment of women and the pursuit of
gender equality viewed as important to controlling population growth? Describe the aim of family-planning programs.
10. Why do poorer societies have higher population growth
rates than wealthier societies? How does poverty affect the
environment? How does affluence affect the environment?
Category: Environmental Science
Learning Goal: I’m working on a environmental science writing question and need an explanation and answer to help me learn.
Did you know that an estimated 17% of the global protein is provided by fish? In many developing countries that number is closer to 70%; the demand for fish steadily increases with human population. Not only are more people depending on fisheries for the most important source of protein, but, according to the Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, the amount of fish individuals eat has also gone up from 10 kg in the 1960s to more than 19 kg in 2012 and has continued to rise. Also, according to the FAO: “The renewed focus on the so-called “blue world” comes as the share of fisheries production used by humans for food has increased from about 70 percent in the 1980s to a record high of more than 85 percent (136 million tonnes) in 2012.” If you would like to read more about this issue from FAO here are two articles: FAO article #1 (Opens in new tab)* (Links to an external site.) and FAO article #2 (Opens in new tab)* (Links to an external site.)
An increasing human population is putting stress on fisheries through overfishing; however, that is not the only way we have a negative impact to fisheries. As we burn fossil fuels to create our electricity and move ourselves and goods from place to place, we add mercury to the the atmosphere. This mercury is then washed from the atmosphere with rain and ends up in our waters. This leads to bioaccumulation by individual species in our oceans, and biomagnification as the mercury moves up the food chain.
Instructions:
This assignment is meant to help students understand and consider this issue.
The first step is to read the case study. Within the case study you will find embedded questions, students should pause and consider these before reading on. Once you have read completely through the case study, go back and answer the questions, a word file with the questions is provided for students.
Learning Goal: I’m working on a environmental science discussion question and need a sample draft to help me learn.
In this essay, you will begin to explore your interests and career goals from a sustainability perspective. For this 1500-word essay, you will bring in research from course readings and peer-reviewed literature for evidence to support your thesis.
Prompt
Prepare a paper that discusses how sustainability can be incorporated into your career goals. Select a specific career in your major area of study, and research historical, current, and possible future sustainability practices that have been or may be implemented. Include a minimum of three sustainability practices or initiatives within your selected field. Are there examples of the successful integration of sustainability in your chosen career? In what ways have sustainable practices improved or worsened the environmental, social, and economic impacts of your chosen career? How have these practices changed the career you are interested in pursuing?
Essay Content
Develop a strong thesis that clearly and concisely demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the sustainability issues, solutions, and changes that have occurred within the career you are interested in pursuing.
Use examples from your career-specific course work and your own experiences to support your thesis as you reflect on the topic.
Essay Format
Your essay should be at least 1500 words; include total word count at the end of your paper.
Use a minimum of 4 credible sources (from course texts and/or peer reviewed research. More than the minimum number of sources is acceptable.
Make sure to cite each source in the body of your essay and include a Works Cited page at the end of your essay, formatted appropriately.
Use MLA/APA style for your citations and Works Cited.
You must submit your paper electronically on Canvas by the deadline outlined in the syllabus and in Canvas. Your paper will automatically be submitted to www.turnitin.com through Canvas.
Tips to consider as you write…
Be sure you have a clear thesis/claim that you can defend with specific examples and supporting evidence from your own experiences and examples from research.
The articulation of the thesis is the most important dimension of the essay because it sets the stage for the assignment and organizes your supporting evidence and ideas. It is more than a summary; it is the central claim you are presenting and supporting with evidence.
Think of the thesis as the spine of your essay. Every paragraph should be designed to support, extend, or illustrate the thesis in some way.
Sometimes your thesis will not be clear until the end of your paper, after you have revised and narrowed your topic. It’s OK to write your thesis last!
Be detailed and descriptive of your sense of place and the personal experiences that help support your thesis.
Be detailed and descriptive of your research examples from readings and peer-reviewed research.
Learning Goal: I’m working on a environmental science discussion question and need a sample draft to help me learn.
In this essay, you will begin to explore your interests and career goals from a sustainability perspective. For this 1500-word essay, you will bring in research from course readings and peer-reviewed literature for evidence to support your thesis.
Prompt
Prepare a paper that discusses how sustainability can be incorporated into your career goals. Select a specific career in your major area of study, and research historical, current, and possible future sustainability practices that have been or may be implemented. Include a minimum of three sustainability practices or initiatives within your selected field. Are there examples of the successful integration of sustainability in your chosen career? In what ways have sustainable practices improved or worsened the environmental, social, and economic impacts of your chosen career? How have these practices changed the career you are interested in pursuing?
Essay Content
Develop a strong thesis that clearly and concisely demonstrates an understanding of the complexities of the sustainability issues, solutions, and changes that have occurred within the career you are interested in pursuing.
Use examples from your career-specific course work and your own experiences to support your thesis as you reflect on the topic.
Essay Format
Your essay should be at least 1500 words; include total word count at the end of your paper.
Use a minimum of 4 credible sources (from course texts and/or peer reviewed research. More than the minimum number of sources is acceptable.
Make sure to cite each source in the body of your essay and include a Works Cited page at the end of your essay, formatted appropriately.
Use MLA/APA style for your citations and Works Cited.
You must submit your paper electronically on Canvas by the deadline outlined in the syllabus and in Canvas. Your paper will automatically be submitted to www.turnitin.com through Canvas.
Grading Rubric
Your essay will be graded based on the rubric posted on Canvas. It includes the following elements: thesis development and essay organization, critical thinking, providing supporting evidence and meeting course objectives, inclusion of personal connection and sense of place, creativity and originality, and writing mechanics.
Tips to consider as you write…
Be sure you have a clear thesis/claim that you can defend with specific examples and supporting evidence from your own experiences and examples from research.
The articulation of the thesis is the most important dimension of the essay because it sets the stage for the assignment and organizes your supporting evidence and ideas. It is more than a summary; it is the central claim you are presenting and supporting with evidence.
Think of the thesis as the spine of your essay. Every paragraph should be designed to support, extend, or illustrate the thesis in some way.
Sometimes your thesis will not be clear until the end of your paper, after you have revised and narrowed your topic. It’s OK to write your thesis last!
Be detailed and descriptive of your sense of place and the personal experiences that help support your thesis.
Be detailed and descriptive of your research examples from readings and peer-reviewed research.