2. Which of the following is not a positive-impact law passed to protect endangered species and regulate hunting and fishing activities? The Coal Mining Debris Rule allows coal mine waste to be placed in nearby streams. The "Bottle Bill" encourages the recycling of beverage containers by establishing refund values on plastic, aluminum, and glass containers. The Brown Tree Snake Control and Eradication Act of 2004 provides for the eradication of the brown tree snake from the island of Guam. The American Species Survival Plan, established in 1981, helps to ensure the survival of select threatened or endangered species.

2. Which of the following is not a positive-impact law passed to protect endangered species and regulate hunting and fishing activities? The Coal Mining Debris Rule allows coal mine waste to be placed in nearby streams. The "Bottle Bill" encourages the recycling of beverage containers by establishing refund values on plastic, aluminum, and glass containers. The Brown Tree Snake Control and Eradication Act of 2004 provides for the eradication of the brown tree snake from the island of Guam. The American Species Survival Plan, established in 1981, helps to ensure the survival of select threatened or endangered species.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter55: Biodiversity And Conservation Biology

Section: Chapter Questions

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