Lynn White suggested that certain technology “dramatically changed human attitudes toward the environment.” Briefly explain this statement, citing the ideological shift that came with the invention of the technology he cites.

What will be an ideal response?


White is suggesting that formerly humans saw themselves on par with
nature. The moldboard plow placed humans as the exploiters, and put them
above nature.

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A) pollen grain. B) seed. C) sperm. D) cone.

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Coral reefs that initially develop along the margin of an island or continent where environmental conditions are suitable are called:

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following environmental problems is NOT a major issue in Australia and Oceania?

A) Major mining operations have threatened the environment. B) Global warming threatens to drown islands of the region as sea levels rise. C) Wide-scale burning of forests after they have been cleared is creating smoke pollution. D) Exotic plants and animals are leading to the extinction of indigenous species. E) Woodlands have been destroyed to produce pastures.

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Studies of cores from polar ice sheets indicate a correlation between greenhouse-gas concentrations and temperatures but do not indicate cause-and-effect.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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