Academic papers on Environmental Issues & Ecology

Environmental Disasters And Policies
A 12 page paper. Over the years, there have been numerous environmental disasters that were caused by human error. This paper discusses Three Mile Island, Chernobyl and Exxon Valdez. The writer then explores policy changes, if any, as a result of...
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Environmental Law And Theories Of State
6 pages in length. Environmentalists believe that while federal environmental laws are essential, there are still other ways to accomplish the many goals that still have to be attained by means of state and local laws. It is true that there has...
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Crocodiles vs People: A Possible Solution?
A 13 page paper describing crocodiles and discussing ways in which people can coexist with them. Crocodiles coexisted with the dinosaurs, but they have survived their reptilian relatives by 65 million years. All 23 species were listed as...
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Ecotourism: A Promise for the Perpetuity of U.S. Habitat and Environmental and Archaeological Resources
A 5 page discussion of the emerging phenomena of eco and archaeotourism. Defines ecotourism and outlines its evolution from its origin in primarily third world to its advent in more developed countries such as the United States. Enumerates the...
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The Impact of the Automobile Hybrids
This 5 page paper takes a look at the hybrids introduced in 2000 and, most importantly, future ramifications. The political, economic, environmental and social impacts of the invention are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Agricultural Biotechnology and the Middle East
This 18 page report discusses agricultural biotechnology with a special focus on the nations of the Middle East. Biotechnology is the name given to a variety of agricultural, automated and industrial technologies that make use of the natural...
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The Pacific Halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis)
A 7 page overview of the environmental factors affecting the Pacific Halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis) in regard to their feeding patterns and development. Emphasizes that life history varies in accordance with a number of factors including the...
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Review of Foster's "The Vulnerable Planet"
A 5 page paper discussing John Bellamy Foster's work. This author concludes that only a dramatic "paradigm shift" in proportions never before seen will avert the impending environmental disasters awaiting us. According to the author, all those...
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The Everglades: Ecological Diversity and Travesty
A 5 page overview of the ecological diversity of the Everglades. Outlines the climatologic, ecological, and hydrologic factors which interact to make this one of the most ecologically diverse systems on earth. Discusses the threats to this system...
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Radon: A Colorless, Odorless, Tasteless Gas
A 5 page description of the gas radon. Provides the history of its discovery as well as information on the molecular characteristics of the gas, the various isotopes, and potential threats to human health. Concludes that while there are valid and...
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Alternative Fuel Cars: Alcohol vs. Electric
A 10 page paper discussing the design, durability and safety of alcohol-powered and electric cars, particularly GM's EV1. As for which is "best," it appears that alcohol-powered vehicles provide a good alternative to gasoline-powered cars for...
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Coho Salmon: Description and Life History
A 7 page overview of the Coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) one of the smallest of the salmon species. Describes the appearance and morphological characteristics as well as reproductive behavior. Emphasizes the importance of habitat to this...
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Conducting a Research Study/Attitudes on Environment
A 5 page research paper that details in a tutorial manner how to conduct a research study on whether or not middle class respondents are more like to express environmentally-friendly behaviors. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Oil Production in the United States
5 pages in length. In considering oil production in the United States it is best to first focus on the five e's. Those are: efficiency, evolution, extent, economics, and environment. By considering each of these topics there is a well-rounded...
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The Importance of Biodiversity
A 12 page research paper that examines the incredible rich variety of life that exists within the Earth's biosphere. Referring primarily to Edward O. Wilson's The Diversity of Life, the writer discusses the decline in biodiversity and its possible...
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