Environment and Society · Modern Era

Human Impact on Ecosystems

Case studies on deforestation, desertification, and pollution caused by human economic activity.

Key Questions

  1. 1Is it possible for industrial development to occur without significant environmental degradation?
  2. 2How does the loss of biodiversity in one region affect the global ecosystem?
  3. 3Who should be held responsible for cleaning up international waters?

Common Core State Standards

C3: D2.Geo.4.6-8C3: D2.Geo.9.6-8
Grade: 8th Grade
Subject: Geography
Unit: Environment and Society
Period: Modern Era

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