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Kendler, Barry S.; Koritz, Helen G. – American Biology Teacher, 1990
Described is a simple test which uses micro- and macro-observations of onion root tips to demonstrate mutagenic and other toxic effects of various contaminants. Discussed are materials, methods, microscopic procedures, and applications of this activity. (CW)
Descriptors: Biology, College Science, Culturing Techniques, Environmental Influences

Fischer, Kenneth E. – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Discusses the need for determining a curriculum to provide qualified hazardous waste personnel. Describes the needed role of colleges and universities and current hazardous materials certification requirements. Lists requirements for 18 professional certifications. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Conservation (Environment), Course Content

Hanson, David – Chemical and Engineering News, 1989
Estimates that about 30,000 universities, colleges, and high schools produce a total of 4000 metric tons of hazardous waste annually. Discusses the difficulties that academic institutions have in disposing of small amounts of waste. Lists college courses with the potentially hazardous wastes usually produced. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemical Industry, Chemistry, College Science, Conservation (Environment)

Downey, Daniel M.; Simolunas, Glenn – Journal of Chemical Education, 1988
Describes a laboratory experiment to teach the principles of air sampling, gamma ray spectroscopy, nuclear decay, and radioactive equilibrium. Analyzes radon by carbon adsorption and gamma ray counting. Provides methodology and rate of decay equations. (MVL)
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Chemical Analysis, Chemistry, Environmental Education

Chloupek-McGough, Marge – Journal of Chemical Education, 1989
Presents relevant statistics accumulated in a fall organic laboratory course. Discusses laboratory equipment setup to lower the amount of waste. Notes decreased solid wastes were produced compared to the previous semester. (MVL)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Hazardous Materials, Laboratories

Williams, Mary Louise – Update on Law-Related Education, 1993
Presents a lesson plan about case studies of the environmental disasters of Minamata, Japan and Love Canal, New York. Compares how the legal cases were handled in two constitutional democracies. Provides six handouts that include maps, role descriptions for simulations, and student readings. (CFR)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Educational Strategies, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences
Malaspina, Mark; And Others – 1992
This report profiles 69 initiatives and programs from across the country that are effectively reducing smog, air toxics, and chemicals that destroy the ozone layer. Problem solving strategies range from community pressure forcing reduction of industrial emissions, to municipal governments promoting transportation alternatives, to adoption of tough…
Descriptors: Air Pollution, Change Strategies, Citizen Participation, Curriculum Development
Soil Conservation Service (USDA), Washington, DC. – 1988
This book of enrichment materials is an interdisciplinary study of soil designed for students in grades 6-9. The materials are presented in three units. Unit 1 contains eight activities in which students investigate soil science and study the social impact of soil by examining the history of land use by local Native Americans. Unit 2 contains 10…
Descriptors: Ecology, Enrichment Activities, Environmental Education, Hazardous Materials
Peters, Richard – 1989
Students must clearly understand that every living thing on earth exists within the context of a system of interlocking dependency. Through the use of audio-visual materials, books, magazines, newspapers, and special television reports, as well as direct interaction with people, places, and things, students begin to develop a cognitive frame of…
Descriptors: Climate, Conservation (Environment), Crowding, Ecology
National Academy of Sciences - National Research Council, Washington, DC. Commission on Physical Sciences, Mathematics, and Resources. – 1986
Using regional case studies, this document examines representative programs for dealing with ground water contamination. Section one describes the ground water protection strategy of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); (2) discusses the limited data available for determining the extent of contamination; (3) provides a listing of the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences, Environmental Standards
Grisham, Joe W., Ed. – 1986
Intended to be a source of information on the nature and significance of health effects related to chemical disposal, this document is the final report of the Executive Scientific Panel on Health Aspects of the Disposal of Waste Chemicals. The panel, which was organized by the Universities Associated for Research and Education in Pathology…
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Ecological Factors, Environmental Education, Environmental Influences
Conservation Foundation, Washington, DC. – 1984
This report is divided into two parts. The three chapters in part 1 describe environmental conditions and trends. Chapter 1 deals with underlying trends, primarily population growth and economic factors. Chapter 2 covers environmental contaminants, including toxic substances, hazardous waste, air and water pollutants, and overall waste production.…
Descriptors: Economic Factors, Energy, Federal State Relationship, Government Role
Wernstedt, Kris; Meyer, Peter B.; Alberini, Anna – Journal of Policy Analysis and Management, 2006
We employ a mail survey of private developers that uses conjoint choice experiments and Likert-scaled attitudinal questions to examine preferences for policy instruments and incentives intended to encourage brownfield cleanup and redevelopment. Our analysis suggests that developers judge public hearing requirements at brownfield redevelopments…
Descriptors: Private Financial Support, Land Use, Development, Industrialization
Laborers-AGC Education and Training Fund, Pomfret Center, CT. – 1997
This document identifies skill standards for lead abatement in a manner that is easy to understand, useful, and meaningful to workers, educators, trainers, labor leaders, contractors, and project owners. To meet the needs of the various users of this document who will have a different application of the standards and seek different information,…
Descriptors: Construction Industry, Environmental Standards, Hazardous Materials, Job Skills
Assaff, Edith – 1984
Many consumers do not see a strong connection between our lifestyles and buying decisions, and the amount of hazardous wastes generated in the United States. This guide was developed to be used by educators and citizens concerned with the role of consumers in the generation of hazardous wastes. It examines several products in terms of their…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Consumer Education, Decision Making, Ecological Factors