Careers in Environmental Science

Question 1 • (Rogowski)WCA 4321 Environmental Science 1st 9 weeks 26-27

The demand for environmental scientists and hydrologists is expected to increase because of a(n) _______?

Answer

increased demand for natural resources; need to create environmental laws to protect natural resources for human consumption; need to develop air quality control systems for big business; need to ensure proper disposal of human waste

increased demand for natural resources; need to enforce environmental laws and regulations; need to analyze human impact on the environment and to invent ways to restore it; need to ensure proper disposal of human waste

decreased demand for natural resources; need to analyze impact of invasive species on the environment and to invent ways to preserve it; decrease of man-made reefs and their impact on oceans; need to develop sanitation systems

decreased demand for natural resources; need to enforce environmental laws and regulations; need to develop sanitation systems; need to create environmental laws to protect natural resources for human consumption

Explanation

The demand is expected to increase as people and industries use more natural resources, creating a need for specialists to study environmental impacts and help restore damaged environments. Environmental scientists and hydrologists also help enforce environmental regulations and address safe waste disposal. These responsibilities match choice B.

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