1. Pick one of the biogeochemical cycles we are altering (C,N,P) and explain an environmental consequence associated with altering that cycle 2. Explain what we can do to get more Americans concerned about that issue 3. What actions are you willing to take personally to address your chosen issue (i.e. if you choose climate change, what steps would you actually take (not things you can do) to minimize your carbon footprint).

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