STANDARD 5.10 (ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES): by Grade 12
Strands with Cumulative Progress Indicators
A. Natural Systems and Interactions
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Distinguish naturally occurring process from those believed to have been modified by human interaction or activity.
• Climate change
• Ozone production
• Erosion and deposition
• Threatened and endangered species
B. Human Interactions and Impact
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Assess the impact of human activities on the cycling of matter and the flow of energy through ecosystems.
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Use scientific, economic, and other data to assess environmental risks and benefits associated with societal activity.
