Title: Describe the effects of natural events and anthropogenic influences on ecosystems.
Course: Ecology and Environmental Management (03063-III) > Section: Developing Basic Environmental Science Concepts

Description may include, but is not limited to

- natural disasters
- anthropogenic environmental catastrophes
- effects of agricultural practices
- point and non-point-source contamination
- weather.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How can a natural disaster be simultaneously a positive and a negative event?
- What are examples of significant catastrophes caused by humans?
- What are some adaptations of forests that help deal with natural disasters (e.g., forest fires)?
- How could one formulate a plan to improve the water quality of a lake being contaminated by an identified source?