Nova Scotia
6. Geographic and Environmental Studies
6.4 Global Environmental Issues
Chapter 6.4
Understanding Global Environmental Issues and Climate Change
Explore the interconnected environmental challenges shaping our planet and learn how human activities drive climate change, deforestation, and ocean acidification.
What You'll Learn
Climate change results from greenhouse gas emissions and feedback loops
Deforestation releases carbon while reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide absorption capacity
Ocean acidification threatens marine organisms through chemical changes in seawater
Environmental issues create interconnected systems requiring comprehensive analytical approaches
What You'll Practice
1
Analyze cause-and-effect relationships in complex environmental systems and processes
2
Interpret scientific data about climate change and environmental degradation patterns
3
Evaluate long-term consequences of environmental changes on global communities
Why This Matters
Understanding global environmental issues prepares students to address the most pressing challenges of their generation while developing critical thinking skills essential for informed citizenship and environmental stewardship.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Climate Change
Environmental Analysis
Sustainability
Geographic Systems
Critical Thinking
NS Curriculum Aligned
