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What is the primary focus of pollution prevention strategies?
What is the primary focus of pollution prevention strategies?
What does the Republic Act No. 9003 aim to achieve regarding solid waste management?
What does the Republic Act No. 9003 aim to achieve regarding solid waste management?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004?
Which of the following is NOT a goal of the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004?
In which type of society is technology essential for social interaction?
In which type of society is technology essential for social interaction?
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What characteristic is most associated with pre-industrial societies?
What characteristic is most associated with pre-industrial societies?
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What does biocentrism emphasize in relation to living beings?
What does biocentrism emphasize in relation to living beings?
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What is the primary focus of ecocentrism?
What is the primary focus of ecocentrism?
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According to the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, what is a key principle of the state's environmental policy?
According to the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, what is a key principle of the state's environmental policy?
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Which worldview places human needs above all other considerations?
Which worldview places human needs above all other considerations?
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What does Section 2 of the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 declare regarding ecology?
What does Section 2 of the Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 declare regarding ecology?
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Study Notes
Environment Related World Views
- Biocentrism: Advocates that all living beings are equally important, emphasizing biodiversity, animal rights, and environmental protection.
- Ecocentrism: Highlights the intrinsic value of ecosystems, encompassing both living and non-living elements, promoting a nature-centered approach.
- Anthropocentrism: Frames nature and ecosystems primarily as resources for human benefit, emphasizing a human-centered perspective on the environment.
Examining Philippine Environmental Laws
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Republic Act 8749 (Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999):
- Aims to protect the right of citizens to a balanced and healthy ecology.
- Promotes balance between development and environmental protection, advocating for pollution prevention over control.
- Encourages public engagement and self-regulation by industries, alongside a system for accountability on environmental impacts.
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Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000):
- Focuses on protecting public health and the environment.
- Advocates for environmentally sound waste management methods that promote resource conservation and recovery.
- Establishes guidelines for waste avoidance and volume reduction through measures like source reduction.
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Republic Act No. 9275 (Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004):
- Streamlines processes for preventing and controlling water pollution.
- Promotes the use of economic instruments and strategies for water resource protection.
- Aims to create a comprehensive national program for water quality management and effective delegation of responsibilities.
Types of Society and Exploring Social Institutions
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Pre-industrial Society: Characterized by limited production, labor division, and social stratification, often involving:
- Hunting and Gathering Societies: Reliant on foraging and subsistence living.
- Horticulture and Pastoral Societies: Involved in small-scale farming and animal husbandry.
- Agrarian Societies: Focused on agricultural practices as the primary means of sustenance.
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Industrial Society: Emerged with technological advancements that utilized new energy forms, transforming production processes.
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Post-Industrial Society: Places significant importance on education and technology, with human interactions increasingly mediated by digital platforms.
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This quiz explores various environmental philosophies such as biocentrism, ecocentrism, and anthropocentrism, alongside significant Philippine environmental laws like the Clean Air Act. Engage with the material to understand how these perspectives and regulations shape ecological actions and policies. Test your knowledge on how these elements interplay within the context of environmental protection in the Philippines.
