Natural Forces and Human Impact on Environments
Grade 8th Grade · Science · 45 min· C1.1 Assess The Effects Of The Action Of Forces From Natural Phenomena On Natural And Built Environments, And Identify Ways In Which Human Activities Can Reduce Or Enhance These Effects
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can assess how natural forces change environments and how humans affect these changes.
Warm-Up Video
CrashCourse · 10:38
5 Human Impacts on the Environment: Crash Course Ecology #10
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Ecosystems give us important services like filtering water, pollinating plants, and regulating the climate.
- 2
Deforestation, or cutting down forests, can lead to erosion, changes in water quality, and even desertification.
- 3
Introducing nonnative species and overharvesting resources are direct ways humans negatively affect biodiversity.
Practice Questions
7 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Name three ways human activities are negatively impacting ecosystems, as discussed in the video.”
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