Interactions Between Humans and the Environment 8.3
Littering
Waste or trash discarded or strewn on the ground or in bodies of water
Transportation Networks
studies the movement of people, goods, and information
Pollution
the introduction of contaminants that cause instability, disorder, harm or discomfort to the ecosystem
Habitats
the place where a group of organisms of the same kind live
Use of Natural Resources
Renewable resources can be replaced at a comparable or faster rate than they are consumed
Soil contamination
Chemicals that are released by spill or underground leakage
Air pollution
The release of chemicals and particulates into the atmosphere
Water pollution
The release of waste products and contaminants into oceans, rivers, lakes, and underground reservoirs
Noise pollution
The undesirable noise from such sources as traffic, airplanes, railroads, manufacturing plants, or construction sites
Human Migration
examines general settlement patterns and peoples' movements over time from one place to another
Human geography
explores interactions between humans and Earth's natural environment.
Technology
how the development and use of tools affect the ability of people to control and adapt to their natural environment
Conservation
simple steps they can take to help conserve Earth's natural resources