lecture 30 Flashcards
1
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An environmental view is based on 3 beliefs..
A
- a persons beliefs about the workings of the natural world
- what a person believes their role in the world is
- what a person believes is right and wrong in regards to the environment
2
Q
what are the major philosophies
A
universalism, utilitarianism, consequentialism, relativism, rationalism, nihilism
3
Q
what is intrinsic value
A
value because of its existence
4
Q
what is instrumental value
A
value because of its usefulness
5
Q
What is a human-centered world view
A
set humans and their needs at the central concern
6
Q
what is a life/earth-centered world view
A
revolve around the concepts of protecting all (or some) life forms and maintaining natural ecosystems
7
Q
what type of world view is environmental wisdom
A
earth centred
