Human Impact on Ecosystems
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Science, Biology
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8th - 10th Grade
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Hard
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Ann Verderber
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Human Impact on Ecosystems
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Ecosystems have amazing natural resources that are limited
Huge pressure on limited resources
Humans can outcompete for their own ends
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Hoover Dam on the Colorado River
Over 35 million people get their drinking water from this system- Las Vegas, Los Angeles, San Diego, Phoenix
Supports agriculture throughout California
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Development Trade- Offs
Downstream: Reduced Biodiversity, poor water quality, decreased fish population
Dam: blocked fish migration, hazard from agreing dam
Rervoir: disrupts communities, contributes to global warming, contributes to earthquakes
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