大学体验英语综合教程3课文原文.pdf

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Unit1:Passaging results from the burning of fossil fuels, such as petroleum
products, resulting in the release of greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere.
Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses then resulting in the trap heat,
resulting in warming of our atmosphere.
Dr. McKinley: Mr. Nacson, thanks for participating all the way from Australia!
What do you suggest the readers of Awareness Magazine can do to help the
environmental problem?
Leon Nacson: The simplest way to help the environment is not to impact on it.
Tread as lightly as you can, taking as little as possible, and putting back as much
as you can.
Dr. McKinley: What is your specific area of concern regarding the current and
future state of the environment?
Leon Nacson: Air and water pollution are our Number One priorities. It is hard to
understand that we are polluting the air we breathe and the water we drink.
These are two elements that are not inexhaustible, and we must realize that
once we reach the point of no return, there will be nothing left for future
generations.
Dr. McKinley: Mr. Desai, what an honor it is to have this opportunity to interview
you. Can you please share your wisdom with our readers and tell us where you
see the environmental crisis heading?
Amrit Desai: We are not separate from the problem. We are the problem. We
live divided lives. On one hand, we ask industries to support our greed for moreand more conveniences, comfort and possessions. We have become addicted
consumers, which causes industrial waste. At the same time, we ignore our
connection between our demands and the exploitation of Mother Earth. When
we are greedy for more than what we need for our well being, we always abuse
the resources of our body and the earth.
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