Grayce P. Storey
Organisms live in every ecosystem in the biosphere. There is a constant interaction going on in the various habitats. As changes occur in environments the effect is felt on both plants and animals. the environment is forever changing; noting remains the same.
Water sources are used for recreation and food. However, man has caused many problems in the environment due to his pollution. Because of this plants and animals suffer. Our waterways are polluted, beaches are littered and unattractive, marine life that we depend upon for food contain toxins that are passed on the consumer when consumed some are deadly or case illness.
There is an effort to educate the public in keeping our beaches, waterways and shoreline clean of all pollution and litter.
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Sources of Nitrogen to Long Island Sound
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Mussel Contamination Over Years 1986, 1987, and 1988
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Water Cycle