Ocean acidification occurs when ocean water becomes more acidic and impacts marine life who need carbonate to build their exoskeletons. Which of the following species would be the most affected by ocean acidification?

There are 3 “R”s in effective waste management: reduce, reuse, and recycle. Provide an example of how you could implement each “R” in your everyday life. (+1 Extra Credit: Also provide an example for the newer version of the phrase that includes “rethink” first)

Outdoor air pollution or ambient air pollution are gases and particulate material that when added to the atmosphere can affect climate or harm people or other living things. There are both natural and manmade sources of air pollution. Which of the following is a natural source of air pollution?

There are multiple forms of waste management, but which of the following is the main method of waste disposal in the United States?

Human activity produces many air pollutants, and the source determines if a pollutant is considered primary or secondary. Which of the following would be considered a source of secondary air pollution?

______ are toxins that over activate the immune system causing an immune response when one is not necessary.

Infectious diseases such as cholera, malaria, influenza, and Covid-19 would all be considered which type of hazard?

An age structure diagram shows the number of males and females of different age classes in a population. The following age diagram or population pyramid depicts a population that is _____?  

I understand that I will have multiple graded assignments due each week in ALEKS.  I will find the due dates for specific assignments in the Due Dates handout posted on the Canvas Home Page, on the Syllabus page and in this Start Here module.  I know that every assignment must be completed by 11:00 pm Central Time on the date it is due.  I further understand that failure to complete any assignment by the deadline will result in a grade of zero for the assignment.

Work for all tests and the final exam that is not submitted on time correctly or not submitted at all will receive a grade of zero.