What have we learned about the biotic and abiotic factors in Nahant? Think about population density, food availability, biodiversity, etc. Think about the carrying capacity for coyotes in Nahant. How is this affecting competition and coyote behavior? What do we know about keystone species and trophic cascades? What would happen if coyotes were removed from […]
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Do you think it is important to value nature from an intrinsic perspective (versus a monetary one)?
Discussion 2 The main topic this week was to examine the value of biodiversity according to several different ways of thinking (anthropocentric versus biocentric). For discussion 2, evaluate which view of biodiversity best represents you and explain why you feel this way. In your discussion, include 2 potential implications (either positive, negative or both) that […]
What are the most effective eco-business strategies in tackling this problem-why? (50% 1,000 words)
There is one overarching essay question but it is deliberately worded to allow you to examine specific aspects of the module. The ecological problem facing humanity is complex and multifaceted. Considering the interrelationships between biodiversity integrity and climate change: (a) what are the most effective eco-business strategies in tackling this problem and why? (50% […]
Describe how the human relationship to nature will be different from what it is at present.
Paper must have 7 paragraphs addressing the following: Paragraph 1: Describe how the human relationship to nature will be different from what it is at present. Examine how humans will cope differently with the ways that natural phenomena like hurricanes affect lives. Paragraph 2: Describe what Earth’s biodiversity and ecosystems will look like in a […]
