are called pollutants. There are many different types of Pollution that need to be addressed, and one of them is the issue on water pollution. Contamination of water, typically by foreign matter such as microorganisms, chemicals, industrial or other wastes, or sewage. “Water pollution can be divided into two general types, surface water pollution and groundwater pollution, depending on whether the release is purely on the surface or infiltrates the soil and enters the subsurface” Surface water…
Littering is illegal and penalties vary from state to state, because it causes great harm to the environment. On May 11th, 2012, an ad created by the Surfrider Foundation depicts why littering is dangerous and unhealthy for the oceans, and also for humans. The ad contains an image of sushi wrapped in a plastic brown bag embedded with more plastic, rather than seaweed and fish. A pair of chopsticks lie beside the sushi as if someone were preparing to ingest it. In blue, capitalized, and printed…
mainly the atmosphere detrimentally. The article states that, “ The poorest people in the world had virtually nothing to do with causing global warming…” This textually evidence explains how the climate change is negatively changing weather. Toxic waste sites are placed in rural areas where the poorest people live. The population is thrown into the atmosphere affecting the poorest peoples environment. The article also states, “ That argument has fed a rising sensation of out rage among the…
When the warm weather hits like a punch in the gut, people flock to closest beach with enough food to feed an entire zoo. During the sunny day, beach goers participate in common activities such as picnics, feeding seagulls, and enjoying the refreshing feeling of the cold, salty water of the ocean against their sun kissed skin. However, at the end of the day, the beach is covered in crud that was left behind. David Barry finds situations like these infuriating. To empathise his hatred of…
crimes that are affecting the environment (Lynch & Stretesky, 2013). Lynch and Stretesky (2013) argue that “population density forces waste materials to amass and cluster in proximity to population center, producing high waste volumes and elevated levels of exposure to waste products” (p. 627). However, many businesses do not address these issues and continue to allow waste products to affect neighborhoods and the environment. Corporations that use toxic chemicals are not only harming…
This essay examines the implications of waste in design and manufacturing with regard to the nature and future sustainability of practices considered modern by contemporary standards. Practices, such as CNC (computer numerically controlled) machining and additive manufacturing such as 3D printing, are the benchmark for modern manufacturing; 'In the domain of manufacturing, computer numerically controlled (CNC) technology is a major contributor to the production capacity of the…
Working in a salon that offers services for hair and nails can make you subject to long term exposure to volatile organic chemicals (frequently abbreviated as VOCs). To avoid aggravating short-term symptoms and long term health problems, it is essential that your salon have filtration that keeps the air clean. Here are 5 best features to have in a unit. Enhanced Carbon Filter---Carbon is well known for its ability to remove gaseous pollutants such as airborne chemicals. But the types of…
Both the Han dynasty and Roman empire saw the welfare of using technology to help the common people. For example, in Han China government officials gave specific instructions on how to properly establish water conservations to help the common people and save their labor. “I request that you establish water conservation offices in each district and staff them with people who are experienced in the ways of water. There should be one high official and one deputy with just enough workers to meet the…
Basic Rhetoric Analysis of Science Fair Fun Booklet The purpose of this memo is to analyze the booklet titled Science Fair Fun, written by the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response (OSWER). This booklet will be evaluated on how it incorporates Markel’s six main characteristics of technical documentations effectively. The analysis will be written with sections categorized by the six characteristics. Summary of the Booklet The booklet,…
After working in the French Creek Watershed I began to hike around the lakes and streams. This means by having cleaner streams I would personally benefit from aesthetically pleasing clean streams. Even on a short weekend walk behind the cemetery I would pick up any bottles or small objects I saw I felt an obligation to give back to the area I was able to enjoy. I also understood it was vital to keep the area clean so it would stay enjoyably and inhabited by the animals I always hope to see.…