Notes – Understanding Our EnvironmentChapter 1, Section 1

In Your Own Words… Main Ideas and Concepts

Vocabulary Environment

Environmental Science

Environmentalism

What is the goal of Environmental Science?

Major Fields of Study that Contribute to Environmental Science

Biology

Zoology

Botany

Microbiology

Ecology

Earth Science

Geology

Palentology

Climatology

Hydrology

Physics Engineering

ChemistryBiochemistry

Geochemistry

Social Sciences

Geography

Anthropology

Sociology

Summary

Our Environment Through Time Hunter-Gatherers

The Agricultural Revolution

The Industrial Revolution

Improving Quality of Life

Basic Causes of Environmental Problems Population Growth

Wasteful Resource Use

Poverty

Environmental Ignorance

Environmental Problems Clean Water

Food Supplies

Energy Resources

Climate Change

Air Quality

Biodiversity Loss

Marine Resources