Just as climate has affected the settlement and agricultural activities of humans, likewise, humans have extensively modified th
e physical environment. Such modifications have been facilitated by globalization and urbanization. Human action such as the operation of industrial plants and power generating facilities has increased acid precipitation. Acid rain has the potential to damage forests, kill fish, and damage lakes. Excessive use of water is depleting ground water systems and creating water resource shortages. 1. Reset the map.
2. Select Water Resources Vulnerability. Select Acid Rain (U.S) and Split map window.
Compare the two maps and determine which statement is true.
A. Both acid rain and water resource vulnerability are extremely high for the Midwest.
B. Whereas the Southwest generally has extremely high water resource vulnerability, acid rain is a major issue on the East Coast.
C. Both acid rain and water resource vulnerability are extremely high for much of the East Coast.
D. Both acid rain and water resource vulnerability remain an issue for much of the Southwest
E. Whereas the East Coast generally has extremely high water resource vulnerability, acid rain is a major issue in the Southwest.
