Question

1. in explaining your choice of an environmental science major in college to your roommate, you would probably emphasize the fact that environmental science is a(n) a. applied interdisciplinary field concerning the environment with an emphasis on solving problems. b. well - established field that has been in existence for a long time. c. theoretical discipline that will help solve the problems created by human impact. d. relatively new field that will identify remedies to environmental issues. e. theoretical field with an emphasis on scientific understanding.

Explanation:

Environmental science is interdisciplinary (combines biology, chemistry, etc.) and focuses on solving environmental problems. Option A matches this: it's an applied interdisciplinary field addressing environment issues with a problem - solving focus. Option B is wrong as it's not just about being well - established. Option C is incorrect as it's not a theoretical discipline for human - created problems. Option D is wrong as it's not just a theoretical field for understanding.

Answer:

A. applied interdisciplinary field concerning the environment with an emphasis on solving problems.