Basic steps of the scientific method
1. Describe the basic steps of the scientific method. In what ways do you think this model oversimplifies how scientists really work, or how you approach scientific problems in your workplace? Discuss one example of how you have solved a problem (preferably one related to environmental science). Did you follow the steps of the scientific method? Where did you find that you had to deviate from the basic steps? If you did not have to deviate, where in the process did you come the closest to doing so? Support your answers.
2. What is sustainability? Do you think that it is possible for the growing human population to live sustainably and still provide a standard of living that would be acceptable to most individuals? Why, or why not?
3. What is the difference between a positive and negative feedback loop? Describe and discuss one example of each type of feedback loop that was not discussed in the text or the course lecture.
4. Provide a detailed description of one biogeochemical cycle. How do you impact this cycle in your everyday life? What steps could you take to reduce this impact?
Your response must be at least 200 words in length
1. Describe the basic steps of the scientific method. In what ways do you think this model oversimplifies how scientists really work, or how you approach scientific problems in your workplace? Discuss one example of how you have solved a problem (preferably one related to environmental science). Did you follow the steps of the scientific method? Where did you find that you had to deviate from the basic steps? If you did not have to deviate, where in the process did you come the closest to doing so? Support your answers.
2. What is sustainability? Do you think that it is possible for the growing human population to live sustainably and still provide a standard of living that would be acceptable to most individuals? Why, or why not?
3. What is the difference between a positive and negative feedback loop? Describe and discuss one example of each type of feedback loop that was not discussed in the text or the course lecture.
4. Provide a detailed description of one biogeochemical cycle. How do you impact this cycle in your everyday life? What steps could you take to reduce this impact?
Your response must be at least 200 words in length
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