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What does environmental integrity primarily focus on?
What does environmental integrity primarily focus on?
Which of the following concepts is NOT included in economic efficiency?
Which of the following concepts is NOT included in economic efficiency?
What principle emphasizes the conservation of natural resources for future generations?
What principle emphasizes the conservation of natural resources for future generations?
Which of the following is one of the environmental issues mentioned regarding Bulacan's coastal towns?
Which of the following is one of the environmental issues mentioned regarding Bulacan's coastal towns?
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What simple action could be taken to combat the illegal wildlife trade?
What simple action could be taken to combat the illegal wildlife trade?
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What is meant by the intrinsic value of the environment?
What is meant by the intrinsic value of the environment?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the environment?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the environment?
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What does sustainable development primarily emphasize?
What does sustainable development primarily emphasize?
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Which of the following best describes 'caring for the environment' according to the content?
Which of the following best describes 'caring for the environment' according to the content?
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Which is a correct understanding of the environment as mentioned in the content?
Which is a correct understanding of the environment as mentioned in the content?
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What is the focus of action plan development in relation to the environment?
What is the focus of action plan development in relation to the environment?
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How does the concept of 'natural beauty' relate to the environment?
How does the concept of 'natural beauty' relate to the environment?
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What does the term 'instrumental value' refer to in context with the environment?
What does the term 'instrumental value' refer to in context with the environment?
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Study Notes
Lesson Objectives
- Define the environment, its functions, and human interactions with it.
- Develop concern and commitment for environmental care, protection, improvement, and preservation through action plans.
- Create group mini action plans to address various environmental issues.
Understanding the Environment
- Environment encompasses all of God’s creation, including living and non-living elements that influence human life.
- Functions of the environment include:
- Resource provision: Offers renewable and non-renewable resources for production.
- Natural waste disposal: Acts to manage garbage naturally.
- Sustenance: Supplies essential elements for life, such as sunlight, soil, water, and air.
- Aesthetic value: Provides beauty through natural landscapes like rivers and mountains.
Caring for the Environment
- Stewardship of Creation reflects respect for the Creator and is a fundamental aspect of faith.
Value of the Environment
- Instrumental Value: Represents ecosystems as means to an end, often quantified in monetary terms.
- Intrinsic Value: Represents ecosystems as ends in themselves, reflecting moral duties toward nature.
Sustainable Development
- Focuses on social and economic growth that ensures natural resource sustainability and just resource distribution for current and future generations.
Principles of Sustainable Development
- Environmental Integrity: Maintains the condition of the environment and protects shared global resources (oceans, land, water, fisheries).
- Economic Efficiency: Ensures prudent resource use to minimize waste, encompassing environmental and social justice, and worker protection.
- Equity: Advocates for responsible use of resources to benefit future generations.
Simple Action Plan Activity
- Framework for addressing environmental issues includes identifying a problem, outlining actions, assigning responsibilities, and setting target dates.
- Potential issues to address:
- Worsening floods in coastal towns (e.g., Bulacan).
- Killing of endangered Philippine eagles.
- Illegal wildlife trade.
- Deforestation.
- Spread of diseases from animals.
Final Thought
- Emphasizes the importance of nurturing a relationship with nature: "Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature."
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Description
This quiz explores the vital functions of the environment and human interactions with it. It emphasizes the importance of caring for the environment and developing action plans for preservation and improvement. Gain insights into responsible stewardship and its role in maintaining the balance of nature.
