ENV 420 Wk 4 Discussion – Ecology and Wildlife Risk Assessment

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ENV 420 Wk 4 Discussion - Ecology and Wildlife Risk Assessment
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ENV 420 Wk 4 Discussion – Ecology and Wildlife Risk Assessment

Post a least 3 substantive responses (> 175 words) over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and a minimum of 2 replies to other students and/or your faculty member. Include APA-style references and references in your postings.

Due Thursday

Weeks Two and Three focused on environmental elements risk assessment and occupational risk assessment. This week we move on to explore ecology and wildlife risk assessment. We begin by evaluating how ecological values and human-centered values factor into the assessment of ecological risk.  We then analyze the use of probabilistic assessment methods in predicting ecological risks for environmental contaminants. By predicting risk we can make better decisions to maintain stable ecosystems and prevent the extinction of plants and animals.

How is the risk assessment process for an ecosystem component different from the risk assessment process for human health? What are the three important criteria for determining an ecological assessment endpoint? Why are they important? Which values common to all ecosystems are important in value assessment? Why are they important?

Due Monday

Reply to at least 2 of your classmates and/or faculty member. Be constructive and professional in your responses and make sure these follow-on postings are a minimum of 175 words each.