Guia temática April Science Environmental 2 Grade Sec. I

Science Study Guide for April. Environmental. 2^nd section l

Chapter 4.- Environmental Problems and Solutions

Section 1.- Environmental Problems

* Pollution and pollutans

* Sources of pollution: Garbage (hazardous wastes) / Chemicals (CFCs - PCBs)

   High-powered wastes / Gases / Noise

* Renewable and nonrenewable resources
* Deforestation

* Exotic species

* Overpopulation

* Biodiversity

* Two effects of pollution in humans

Section 2.- Environmental Solutions

* Definition of Conservation and examples
* Definitiona and examples of the three "Rs": Reduce / Reuse / Recycle
* Biodegradable
* Maintaining biodiversity: Protecting habitats and species
* Five environmental strategies
* Definition on Endangered Species Act
* Definition on EPA
* Five "What can you do?" strategies.