Question 92
Light pollution from many sources affects wildlife and wastes electricity. It also makes it difficult for astronomers to make observations. Imagine that you are a member of an astronomy club. You have been asked to make a proposal to the city council explaining how they could reduce light pollution.
Work in groups to do the following.
Organise your proposal, make a draft plan and share it with the class.
Consider the following questions when coming up with your proposal.
- Why is it necessary to have lights after dark?
- How does light pollution affect living organisms?
- Would the citizens agree to a reduction of city lights? Why or why not?
Work in groups to do the following.
Organise your proposal, make a draft plan and share it with the class.
Consider the following questions when coming up with your proposal.
- Why is it necessary to have lights after dark?
- How does light pollution affect living organisms?
- Would the citizens agree to a reduction of city lights? Why or why not?
