Title: (Optional) Identify sources of water, air, and soil pollution.
Course: Agricultural Education - Development (18003-I) > Section: Investigating Ecology and Environmental Management

Identification should include

  - wastewater
  - sediment
  - chemicals/excess nutrients (e.g., pesticides, fertilizers)
  - storm water
  - sources of air pollution (e.g., vehicles, industry)
  - sources of soil contamination
  - sources of groundwater contamination.

Process/Skill Questions:

  - What are the differences between point- and nonpoint-source pollution?
  - What is industrial pollution?
  - What governmental regulatory agency oversees water pollution?
  - What are causes of water pollution?
  - What is the effect of pollution on society?
  - Where can one find information about the proper disposal procedures for chemicals?
  - How can soil contamination affect crop production?
  - How is food for humans and animals affected by soil contamination?
  - What are the consequences of groundwater contamination?