Formative Assessment 2: Dead Zones

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Instructions

In 100-150 words, you are expected to express a succinct, informed response to the question, based on the module content and assigned readings. In most cases, there will be no specific correct answer, but your stated position must be supported.

Question

Analyze the apparent tradeoff between crop production and the need to apply chemical fertilizers in the upper mid- western US and the deteriorating seafood catch in coastal Gulf of Mexico resulting from eutrophication and hypoxia there. (Hint: you could argue from economic standpoint, or environmental justice point-of-view, or another aspect). As always, you are expected to use one or more references to information from the module or assigned reading to support your argument.

Submitting Your Paper

Bring your typed and printed answers to class.

Scoring and Rubric

Each answer will earn a maximum of 25 points, as described in the rubric below.

Rubric
Work Shown Possible Points
Provides a well-reasoned response to the question posed 10
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure 5
Includes one or more references to specific materials in Module or assigned reading 5
Appropriate length (100-150 words) 5