Student Textbook

Unit readings and essential concepts for Natural Resources I.

Units

• Unit 1: Ecosystems, energy flow, matter cycles, renewable vs nonrenewable resources
• Unit 2: Soil horizons, texture, pH, erosion, conservation
• Unit 3: Water cycle, watersheds, pollution, eutrophication, water treatment
• Unit 4: Forest layers, carbon sinks, sustainable forestry
• Unit 5: Biodiversity, habitats, food webs, conservation
• Unit 6: Remote sensing, GIS, drone safety, mapping
• Unit 7: Greenhouse effect, carbon footprint, renewables, sustainability
• Unit 8: Environmental laws, agencies, careers, capstone

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