How will climate change impact island nations

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1. Describe 10 examples of geologic (non mineral) resources we use in our everyday lives.

2. Describe how the 3 types of rocks are formed and give at least 3 examples of each.

(igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic etc).

Why are fossils important to science and how are they formed? Describe at least 3 types of fossils.

(Amber, Pre-mineralization / replacement, Petrification etc). What kind of information can scientists retrieve from fossils such as coprolites?

1. How have geologic events impacted humans throughout history? Give an overview of at least 5 devastating geologic events which have occurred in history.

2. How will climate change impact island nations? Use Kirabati as a example of what countries can do to help their citizens. Why will Kirabati become some of the worlds first climate change refugees?

3. Give an overview of the cell phone case study. What are the ecological and sociological problems associated with mining?

4. List 5 chemicals found in your cell phone and tell why each is hazardous to human health. Why does is this a problem for ewaste?

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