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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. The __________ system is susceptible to damage by toxins like chlorinated hydrocarbons and organic phosphates.

2. The liver can become damaged by the poisons it filters, causing it to become ___________ effective.

3. What are many chemicals sold in that could result in high chemical exposure if dropped by the consumer?

4. _____________ is not the only source of chemical contamination in the world.

5. More American children now die from __________ than from any other disease.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the chapter, "Rivers of Death," the plight of the salmon is described in detail.

Part 1: What is the problem with the salmon as described by Carson?

Part 2: How might this problem have affected the surrounding areas?

Part 3: Why can't the fish population help itself? What are some of the ways in which they are going to have a lot of troubles rebounding from this decimation?

Essay Topic 2

The water in the world may be plentiful, but that does not necessarily mean it is usable for humans.

Part 1: Why is much of the water on the Earth not drinkable?

Part 2: What are some causes for the most recent water pollution findings?

Part 3: How do pollutants travel from one water source to another?

Essay Topic 3

The public health problem that comes along with pollution is one of the fears of those in the environmental movement. If things can not be controlled, disaster might strike.

Part 1: Why have the old public health problems of disease become less of an issue today?

Part 2: What are the new public health crises?

Part 3: Why is it so important to public health to control pollution and chemical exposure now?

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