Tuesday, March 25, 2014

3/25/14

1. Biogeochemical cycles (Nitrogen & Phosphorous)

H.W. #3 c.    Draw a picture of the nitrogen cycle that is present in your ecosystem.  In your picture, include a drawing of how your endangered organism contributes to this cycle.


Then do this on a separate sheet of paper:
Ecological Footprint Assignment Part I:  (use a resource of your choice (book, internet) to research the following questions.  Answer the questions in your own words.  Cite your resources (do not just use Wikipedia)

1. Explain in your own words what an ecological footprint is:
2. Why do you think it is important for people to be aware of what their ecological footprint is?
3. Do you think it is possible to perfectly calculate a person’s ecological footprint? Why or why not?
4.  Recycling is a very important in reducing your carbon footprint. What could you do that is even better then recycling?