enviromental science please see attachment

Choose 1 of the following ecosystems:

· Tropical rainforest

· Grassland

· Coral reef

· Estuary

· Desert

You will write an APA-style research paper about your choice of ecosystem, including the following elements:

· Describe where this type of ecosystem might be located. Name 1 specific example.

· Describe the structure of the ecosystem.

· List at least 3 specific examples of both abiotic components and biotic components for the ecosystem type selected.

· Describe the function of the ecosystem

· In your own words, explain or define biogeochemical cycle.

· Describe the steps in the carbon cycle as an example of one biogeochemical cycle.

· Describe disturbance and recovery

· Describe 1 natural and 1 human-caused disturbance to the ecosystem that you have chosen.

· Describe the damage to the ecosystem for each example, including how the abiotic and biotic characteristics of the ecosystem changed.

· Provide 2 examples of natural resources provided by the ecosystem that you have selected.

· How can these be sustained into the future?

· How can humans act as good stewards to assist ecosystem recovery? Provide 1 example specific to the ecosystem that you have chosen.