Define Negative Externality, and Explain How Water Pollution Is an Example

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Essay

Define negative externality, and explain how water pollution is an example.

Understand the significance of patient education on medication management and the risk of bias in charting.

Understand and apply basic math calculations for drug dosages.

Differentiate between metric, apothecary, and household measurement systems.

Convert measurements within and between different measurement systems.

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Definitions:

Oceans

Large bodies of saltwater that cover approximately 71% of the Earth's surface, playing a critical role in climate regulation and supporting diverse marine life.

Thermohaline Conveyor

A mostly deep-water ocean current driven by density differences that are caused by variations in temperature and salinity.

Saline Water

Water that contains a significant amount of dissolved salts, typically found in oceans and saltwater lakes.

Cold Currents

Ocean currents that move cold water from polar or temperate regions towards the equator, influencing regional climates and marine ecosystems.