The topic of excess lighting and its effects fills volumes of books, papers, and research, much more than can be presented in an introductory astronomy lab.

Research one of the below topics. Begin your research with the International Dark-Sky Association website (Links to an external site.). Use a minimum of three (3) different references, including the International Dark-Sky Association website. Compose an original paper of 200 words about your chosen topic. You may also use any counter references you find. List your references in a standard format. If you cut and paste a quote, provide the proper credit. Once completed, upload your overview by clicking the above link. This assignment will be graded using the rubric and is worth up to 30 points.

• Excess Lighting and Energy Waste
• Florida Sea Turtle hatchlings and poor lighting
• International Dark Skies Places
• Light Pollution Effects on Wildlife and Ecosystems
• Lighting, Crime, and Safety

Be sure to properly organize your writing. For example:  

• Introduction/Overview
• Major Point 1
  
  • Supporting Point 1
  • Supporting Point 2
• Major Point 2
  
  • Supporting Point 1
  • Supporting Point 2
• Major Point (etc.)
• Conclusion
• References

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