Chapter 1

1. Lynn Landes argues that hazardous waste should be stored until it can be safely recycled. Based on your readings in this book, do you think storing hazardous waste until it can be recycled is preferable to burning or burying it? Why or why not? Is storing it a practical and effective solution to the disposal of hazardous waste? Support your answer with examples from the viewpoints.
2. Dick Russell argues that the seas and coastlines and their accompanying marine life are dying from pollution runoff. Gary Turbak maintains, however, that the oceans, rivers, and harbors are the cleanest they’ve been in decades. What evidence does each author offer to support his argument? Which argument seems stronger? Why"

Chapter 2

1. Both Stephen Lester and the American Council on Science and Health cite studies to support their view on whether or not dioxin is a...