1. ASHFORD SCI 207 All Discussion Questions
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Biomes and Diversity. Extinction is a natural selection process. Should humans
strive to preserve a representative sample of all biomes or aquatic zones? Why
should humans be concerned with the extinction rate? Your initial post should be
at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with at least two references in
addition to your text in support of your position. Cite your sources in APA format.
Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Trends in the Environment. In the 1980s a popular environmental slogan was
"Reduce, Reuse and Recycle" and now "Go Green," is a popular message.
Consider the Reusable Grocery Bags sold in markets everywhere. What are the
pros and cons that you see in this latest trend? Give examples of the potential
environmental impact. Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length.
Support your claims with at least two references in addition to your text in support
of your position. Cite your sources in APA style. Respond to at least two of your
classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Food and Agriculture. In the United States, we are fortunate to have an
abundant supply of food, and much of this is due to our agricultural technology.
However, there are many concerns about our food source, including genetically
modified crops, the use of more chemicals, and climate change just name a few.
Give examples of how humans have increased their food supply and what effects
these methods have on the environment overall. Discuss concerns you have
about the overall safety of the food you eat?
Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly
cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Urban Sprawl. Examine the obvious environmental impacts as well as significant
social and physical ramifications of urban sprawl. What is the relationship
between landscape and psychological well being? After defining this relationship,
discuss how the presence or absence of natural beauty in your environment
affects your psychological well being on an everyday basis. Give at least one
specific example. Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support
your claims with examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly
resources, and properly cite any references. Respond to at least two of your
classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Water Cycle. The global water cycle provides renewable water, but a number of
factors affect how much freshwater is available for human consumption. Describe

2. these factors and circumstances. When do human interventions in water
availability pose serious problems to freshwater accessibility?
Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly
cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Age of Oil. In Chapter Six of Contemporary Environmental Issues, the past
century has been referred to as the Age of Oil. As we reach a possible peak in oil
production, what alternatives are forming? Consider the role of OPEC, perhaps,
in reorganizing and monitoring oil production. What do you think is the most
viable way to address after effects of this possible peak? Your initial post should
be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with examples from required
material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly cite any references.
Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Climate and Air Pollution. Climate change is an environmental issue in the
news almost daily, and air pollution impacts us on a global level. What are the
implications of global warming? Do you think the efforts to improve air quality are
worth the economic costs?
Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly
cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Energy. Most of us are aware of the energy concerns of today and the future.
There are many pros and cons to the energy sources we currently use. For this
forum choose one of the following to discuss:
a. If you had to argue the benefits of nuclear energy, what would they be? What
are the risks? Support your claims with at least two references in addition to your
text in support of your position. Cite your sources in APA format.
b. If you had to argue the benefits of wind energy, what would they be? What are
the risks? Support your claims with at least two references in addition to your text
in support of your position. Cite your sources in APA format.
Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
at least two references in addition to your text in support of your position. Cite
your sources in APA format. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by
Day 7. You are required to reply to two of your classmates' postings, but note that
you are encouraged to participate in discussion with your classmates on both of
the topics.
Waste. What waste disposal methods are available to humans and how might
they be more effective? What initiatives or incentives could governments create to
better equip citizens for managing their own waste, garbage, and recyclables?

3. Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly
cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.
Green Intelligence. Define the main goals and strategies of green intelligence.
Do you think market-based approaches could save the planet? Why or why not?
Your initial post should be at least 150 words in length. Support your claims with
examples from required material(s) and/or other scholarly resources, and properly
cite any references. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ posts by Day 7.