BIO.1016 Endangered Earth: Understanding Environmental Pollution
Technological development in the last century has resulted in persistent changes in Earth's environment. Industrialization and fossil fuel dependence have led to significant air, water and land pollution. Sources and mechanisms of pollution will be examined, as well as adverse effects on human health and ecosystems. Topics of current interest include acid rain, ozone depletion, global warming, loss of biodiversity, wetland disappearance, temperate and tropical deforestation and the effects of urbanization on natural areas. Not for major credit.
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