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VICEnvironmental Science← Environmental Science syllabus

Unit 3: How can biodiversity and development be sustained?

2 dot points, in syllabus order. Each dot point has a focused answer, with exam-style questions and worked answers where available.

How can development be made sustainable so biodiversity is not lost?

the principles of ecological sustainability and how development can be managed using approaches such as the precautionary principle, intergenerational equity and ecologically sustainable development

Ecological sustainability and the principles used to manage development, with Australian examples.

How can biodiversity be conserved in and out of its natural habitat?

strategies for managing and conserving biodiversity including in-situ conservation (protected areas, wildlife corridors) and ex-situ conservation (captive breeding, seed banks)

In-situ and ex-situ conservation strategies, comparing their strengths and limits with Australian examples.