Conduct some research on this region - Describe the unique, biological and geographical features (species of plants and animals, geology, etc.), challenges and impacts faced by this eco-region.
· What factors threaten, enhance or influence the eco-region?
· Has it changed over the course of time?
· How do the factors (you discovered) impact the species or population living in this eco-region?
· If you are aware of impacts not mentioned in these sites, through your own travels or readings, do not hesitate to include this in your description.
Examples of peripheral impacts: the effects of war, over development, logging, agriculture, desertification, mining or other forms of environmental degradation.
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b) Look up and research an area designated, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR).
· Name and describe the eco-region(s) that best describes this (ANWR) refuge.
· Research the effects of drilling an oil pipeline in ANWR eco-region either negatively or positively. (Have evidence to support your opinion (USE at least two (2) citations)
· Do you feel the merits of drilling outweigh the threats, or does drilling in this region too perilous to the ecosystem?
LENGTH: About 2 PAGES