Waste Management and Pollution
Students investigate the generation, treatment, and disposal of industrial and domestic waste. The topic covers the movement of pollutants through the atmosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere.
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Students investigate the generation, treatment, and disposal of industrial and domestic waste. The topic covers the movement of pollutants through the atmosphere, biosphere, and hydrosphere.
Key Questions
- How do pollutants travel through Earth's interconnected systems?
- What are the most effective methods for managing industrial waste?
- How does plastic pollution affect marine environments?
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