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We will cover the eastern deciduous forest and urban ecology, so with those concepts in mind we will focus on how the eastern deciduous forest has changed due to human actions and the development of urban centers. First, find a photo of eastern deciduous forest - perhaps in a park, some undeveloped land adjacent to a neighborhood, a restoration site, be creative as there are lots of photo options out there, and perhaps you even have one of your own that you have taken. Embed the photo in the discussion to start the discussion. Identify which of the seven biotic associations it belongs in (based on Chapman and Bolen's [2015] descriptions).

Then, consider how urbanization might impact this particular forest. You may consider using one or more of the following terms, as applicable:

Removal of existing vegetation

Construction of buildings, roads, or other urban infrastructure

Replacement of permeable with impermeable surfaces

Reduction in the area of open space

Modification or destruction of aquatic habitats

Production of pollution and waste

Habitat loss, fragmentation, isolation

Climatic changes

Altered hydrologic regimes

Pollution of air, water, and soil

Altered noise and light regimes U

Use course vocabulary in the discussion, and be sure to pen a unique and catchy title to identify the content of your thread.