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Which of the following exposed the unsanitary conditions in New York City and led to the passage of a public health law that created a city board of health?


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Environmental Activist

An individual who actively promotes the protection and preservation of the environment through various actions and advocacy.

Gaylord Nelson

An American politician and environmentalist who founded Earth Day, which helped spark the modern environmental movement.

Anthropocentric

Literally “human centered”; the idea that needs and desires of human beings should take priority over concerns about other species or the natural environment.

New Ecological Paradigm

A perspective emphasizing the importance of understanding human societies as deeply interconnected with the environment and advocating for sustainable practices.

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