Threats to Biodiverse Ecosystems

Explain the processes operating within tropical rainforests, specifically focusing on nutrient and water cycles.
Describe the process of nutrient cycling as it operates within coral reefs.
Analyze one tropical rainforest and one coral reef as case studies to understand the interdependence of climate, soil, water, plants, animals, and humans.
Evaluate the value of tropical rainforests and coral reefs to humans and the planet.
Assess the threats to biodiversity in these ecosystems and evaluate attempts to mitigate these threats through sustainable use and management.

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