RNR 1001 : RNR Test 1 Study Guide
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Lecture study guide - focus not only on knowing the terms and concepts, but examples of each one. Make sure you know the concept if you see a definition, and the definition if you see the concept. However, examples will likely be the basis of test questions, not specific definitions. Natural resource- something found in nature that is necessary or useful to humans like trees of water. Conservation- aldo leopold (1887-1946) a state of harmony between men and land . Land ethic- existence of an ecological conscienceindividual responsibility for the health of the land . Convention on biological diversity in 1992 resources include ecosystems, species, genetic material- cbd (convention on biological diversity) - binding treaty signed by 193 nations in 1992. Typically associated with the productivity or resources but should also focus on maintaining function. Lack of concern- relatively small human population at this time; perception of infinite resources and.
