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Unit 4 OES
Unit 4 OES Study Notes
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Biodiversity is... | The full variety of all life forms; different plants, animals and micro-organisms, the genes they contain and the ecosystem to which they belong. |
| Importance of healthy environments for;Individuals. | •Places for recreation and adventure•Inspiration•Education |
| Importance of healthy environments for;Society. | •Resources for human survival and comfort• Places for human survival and comfort• Places for scientific research• Biodiversity• Intrinsic value |
| Types of Human Interactions. | Commerce.Recreation.Conservation.Tourism. Aesthetic Appreciation |
| Relationships with Nature | •Landholder/Landmanager •Scientists •Adventurers •Artists •IndigenousPeople •Naturalists •Conversationalists |
| An interest group is: | A group of individuals joining together to promote their point of view. They can be single issue groups or support a range of issues, such as Greenpeace. |
| Methods used to influence decisions. | Refers to actions groups or individuals can take to apply pressure to decision makers. |
| Processes followed in decision making include: | Formation of Consultative Group, LegislationManagement Plans,Use of Court System, Police Action |
| Management Strategies for maintaining healthy environments include: | •Parks and Reserves (Creation of Zones)•Target programs (weed control, re-vegetation, fuel reduction burns, community education)•Aboriginal management agreements. (Yorta Yorta co-operative management agreement) |
| The Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act (1988) is a policy at which level? | State level |
| The National Strategy for the Conservation of Australia's Biological Diversity (1996)is a policy at which level? | National level |
| An example of the FFG (1988) at work is? | The protection of the mountain pygmy possum. |
| Firewood collection is an example of? | A Local policy |
| The benefit of direct action is? | Gains free media attention and shows levels of support. |
| A disadvantage of direct action is? | Not suitable for small groups and requires significant preparation |
| The benefit Lobbying is? | Ensures decision-makers have a cler understanding of the group's position. |
| The disadvantage of using a prominent person in an issue is? | They may have little understanding of the issue. |
| The benefit of using a prominent person in an issue is? | Can provide increased credibility for an interest group and its position. |
| Small interest groups should do this to increase the support of their stance. | Form partnerships |
| Benefits in the process of formation of consultative group are: | All views are heard. Accurate information can be gathered.Can produce a win/win situation. |
| Benefits in the process of Legislation: | May be very quick to resolve an issue.The decision is clear and becomes law. |
| Benefits in the process of Management Plans: | Regulations carry the weight of the law.Allows for the needs of a range of users (Zones). |
| Benefits in the process of Use of Court System | Clarifies laws. |
| Benefits in the process of Police Action | Makes sure individuals and interest groups follow laws/ legislation. |