Science On The Newshour: Animals & Insects
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Examines developments in zoology and agriculture that are challenging scientists, business leaders, and government officials alike. With commentary from Lori Williams of the National Invasive Species Council, it studies a disturbing increase in nonnative and often harmful insect populations on American soil. North Carolina's sprawling hog farms and their growing waste-disposal problem are also investigated, with input from farmers, their neighbors, and EPA officials. Also offers insights into the 17-year cicada life cycle-featuring an interview with renowned entomologist and University of Maryland professor Mike Raupp. Accessibility options on the DVD are: (1) audio description, (2) expanded audio description, (3) English subtitles, (4) English subtitles in a black box, (5) closed captions.
Media Details
Runtime: 30 minutes 17 seconds
- Topic: Business, Science
- Subtopic: Agriculture, Animals, Insects
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2005
- Producer/Distributor: Films Media Group
- Series: Science On The Newshour
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