Examination should include exploring the relationships between man-made structures (e.g., transportation infrastructure, buildings) and the natural environment.
Examination should also include studying methods for lessening the effect structures have on the environment.
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Process/Skill Questions:
- How does a building effect water, habitat, and temperature in an urban area?
- How do hardscape surfaces effect groundwater recharge?
- How does building a new bridge alter the surrounding natural environment?
- When a new dam is constructed, what changes occur to the water flow and patterns?
- How can man-made structures interact with the natural environment?
- When structures are built, how is the land on the site affected?
- When structures are built, how is the albedo (reflecting power) of the ground affected?