Final Output Topic Submission
Matta, Perez, Sales, Torre
(1) MOUNTAIN DEFORESTATION IN MOUNT MALARAYAT BATANGAS
Background: Mount Malarayat in Batangas has been extensively deforested due to agricultural
growth, unlawful logging, and land development. Deforestation has a significant chemical effect
on the soil, water, and atmosphere, in addition to the ecosystem itself.
Chemical Concepts: Deforestation on Mount Malarayat interferes with the carbon cycle and
affects soil and water chemistry. This contributes to rising air pollution, emphasizing the
importance of sustainable forest management and replanting.
Lunar, B. C., & Arcega, C. V. S. (2011, July 15). Status of Plant Biodiversity in Mt. Malarayat,
Batangas, Philippines. Asian Journal of Biodiversity, 2(December 2011), 1-13. doi:
http://dx.doi.org/10.7828/ajob.v2i1.90
(unfortunately, we could only find one study that is related to this topic, so either we can change
the place that is being covered or choose another topic.)
(2) SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT IN TAFT AVENUE, MANILA
Background: Taft Avenue, a rapidly growing and heavily urbanized region of Manila, faces
serious issues in solid waste management. Given the large volume of trash created by
residential, commercial, and institutional sources, proper waste management is vital for reducing
environmental damage and public health threats.
Chemical concepts: (1) Organic waste decomposes in landfills, releasing methane and CO2.
Methane, a strong greenhouse gas, highlights the need for efficient waste management to
reduce emissions. (2) Recycling breaks down waste into chemical components that may be
reused, lowering the need for raw resources. Proper recycling may reduce environmental impact
and control plastic waste, which remains as microplastics.
Asian Development Bank. (2004). The Garbage Book: Solid Waste Management in Metro
Manila. Asian Development Bank. Retrieved September 17, 2024, from
https://www.adb.org/sites/default/files/publication/29301/garbage-book.pdf
Malasig, J. (2021, July 23). Environmental group pushes for strict observance of waste law to
help mitigate metro flooding. Interaksyon. Retrieved September 17, 2024, from
https://interaksyon.philstar.com/politics-issues/2021/07/23/196721/environmental-grouppushes-for-strict-observance-of-waste-law-to-help-mitigate-metro-flooding/
(3) Effect of rain acidity in the environment/plants/soil in DLSU Taft
Objectives:
Since Taft is quite a polluted area, we could take into consideration how the pollution affects the
pH level of the rain and the frequency of it (occurrence of acid rain/rain) and check the effect of
it on the environment, especially the soil as the campus is filled with plants and trees?
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Car Pollution is a contributor in making acid rain.
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Acid rain also removes minerals and nutrients from the soil that trees need to grow.
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5 Easy Ways to Test Your Garden Soil pH at Home.
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Soil Acidity.
Agriculture Victoria. (2024, March 5). Soil acidity | Soil | Farm management. Agriculture Victoria.
Retrieved
September
17,
2024,
from
https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/farm-management/soil/soil-acidity
Kurtz, K. (n.d.). 5 Easy Ways to Test Your Garden Soil pH at Home. Fine Gardening. Retrieved
September
17,
2024,
from
https://www.finegardening.com/article/5-easy-ways-to-test-your-garden-soil-ph-at-home
United States Environmental Agency. (2024, May 7). Effects of Acid Rain | US EPA.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Retrieved September 17, 2024, from
https://www.epa.gov/acidrain/effects-acid-rain
United States Environmental Protection Energy. (n.d.). What Causes Acid Rain? Acid Rain
Students Site: What causes acid rain? Retrieved September 17, 2024, from
https://www3.epa.gov/acidrain/education/site_students/whatcauses.html
(4) Manila Bay Pollution: Manila Bay's chemical pollution and its effects on marine life
As a student who visits Manila Bay rarely and does not reside in Manila, I frequently
think about the bay's present condition. Is pollution still a problem in Manila Bay despite efforts
to clean it up? Considering the bay's proximity to a heavily populated urban area, this subject is
especially relevant. Its contamination is still mostly caused by home and industrial sewage,
agricultural waste water, and inappropriate trash disposal. These factors endanger marine life,
damage water quality, and endanger public health. To address this urgent environmental issue,
government initiatives, community involvement, and technical solutions are essential.
Nonetheless, the financial strain of cleanup operations along with the effects on the tourism and
fishing sectors highlight the difficulties in addressing Manila Bay pollution.
DENR-BMB. (n.d.). Keeping Manila Bay Healthier and Cleaner. Biodiversity Management
Bureau.
Retrieved
September
17,
2024,
from
https://bmb.gov.ph/keeping-manila-bay-healthier/
Mamon, M. A. C., Añano, J. A. P., Agcaoili, G. J. T., Sagum, C. B., Pagliawan, R. L. H., Tapere,
J. M. B., Agravante, J. B. M., Arevalo, J. H. G., & Minalang, A. J. A. (2016). Pollutant
exposure in Manila Bay: Effects on the allometry and histological structures of Perna
viridis
(Linn.).
Science
Direct.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2305050016300288
Olivares, R. U., Sta Maria, E. J., & Sombrito, E. Z. (2019, June 18). Environmental Assessment
of Metal Pollution in Manila Bay Surface Sediments. Philippine Journal of Science,
(Special
Issue
on
Nuclear
S&T),
183-195.
https://philjournalsci.dost.gov.ph/images/pdf/special_issue/148_S1/environmental_asses
sment_of_metal_pollution_in_manila_bay_.pdf
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