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3. ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY

The chapter discusses the intricate relationship between environment and society, emphasizing the historical changes and variations across different contexts. It explores ecological dynamics shaped by human intervention and analyzes urgent environmental problems alongside their implications for social organization and inequality. Ultimately, it suggests that sustainability requires a shift in how society interacts with the environment and between various social groups.

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Sections

  • 3

    Environment And Society

    The introduction emphasizes the interconnectedness between society and the environment, highlighting how everyday objects are derived from natural resources and the importance of understanding ecological relationships.

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  • 3.1

    Introduction

    The introduction emphasizes the interconnectedness between society and the environment, highlighting how everyday objects are derived from natural resources and the importance of understanding ecological relationships.

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  • 3.2

    Ecology As A Social Basis

    This section explores the complex interrelationship between ecology and society, emphasizing how human actions and social structures influence the environment and vice versa.

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  • 3.3

    Human Modification Of Ecology

    This section explores how human activities have altered ecological systems, highlighting the complex interactions between society and the environment.

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  • 3.4

    Social Environments

    Social environments arise from the interplay between ecological factors and human interventions, influencing societal structures and functions.

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  • 3.5

    Major Environmental Problems And Risks

    This section addresses critical global environmental issues, such as resource depletion, pollution, global warming, genetically modified organisms, and both natural and man-made disasters.

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  • 3.5.1

    Resource Depletion

    Resource depletion refers to the exhaustion of non-renewable natural resources, significantly impacting the environment and society.

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  • 3.5.2

    Pollution

    Pollution is a critical environmental issue that impacts health and ecosystems due to human activities.

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  • 3.5.3

    Global Warming

    This section discusses the concept of global warming, its causes, and its impacts on the environment.

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  • 3.5.4

    Genetically Modified Organisms

    Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) involve the alteration of an organism's genetic material to achieve desired traits, impacting agriculture and ecology.

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  • 3.5.5

    Natural And Man-Made Environmental Disasters

    This section explores the relationship between natural and man-made environmental disasters, highlighting their causes, impacts, and the social implications.

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  • 3.6

    Why Environmental Problems Are Also Social Problems

    Environmental issues are deeply intertwined with social problems, as social status and power influence how different groups experience and can address these crises.

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  • 3.6.1

    Sustainable Development

    Sustainable development balances ecological health with economic growth, ensuring that future generations can meet their needs.

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  • 3.7

    Conclusion

    The conclusion reflects on the intricate relationship between society and the environment, emphasizing the need for sociological understanding to address environmental crises.

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  • 3.8

    Exercises

    This section contains exercises designed to reinforce students' understanding of ecological concepts and their relationship with societal structures.

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References

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