Annotated Bibliography

Hamel, Maurice. "Christians And The Environment - Is Pollution Part Of God's Plan?" Is Pollution Part of God's Plan? Surf-In-The-Spirit, 2002. Web. 03 Apr. 2014.

This article is a credible source for my research because it is written from a Christian perspective, but offers diverse alternatives and ways that we could change the circumstances of pollution in a way that everyone, including the non-Christians can come to terms with and also get involved. The author's credentials include various blogs, different websites and also has experience in previously being Environmental Geologist and currently having the occupation of an Environmental Geologist Creationist. Date-wise, the publication is important to include because worldviews have changed majorly in the previous years. The author's main goal in this article is to inform, teach, and persuade others about the pollution in this world, how we are the cause, and to trust in God's perfect plan for Him to save the land and how we can contribute to the beauty of His creation. The publishing source for this article generally targets an audience that fits the following description: Christian's, and environmentalist. This audience would be interested in this subjects because it gives a a godly perspective of how we could contribute to then positive change of God's creation, it reminds us that God is all powerful and will take care of His creation, and offers alternatives on what we could do to stop pollution. They would generally both agree and disagree with this author's perspective on the topic. The author incorporates the following types of evidence: Bible verses and examples of pollution. This evidence builds credibility because of the biblical relation and because it is written from a professional and experienced environmental geologist, but is also limited because there are no facts or statistics given. Based on my own opinion, experiences, and research, I both agree and disagree with this author because I think his primary argument for pollution is a consequence due to sin, and I do understand that yes, the world is not perfect because we sinned, but I don't believe it is just a consequences. I think it is just our human nature to be lazy and pollute and I think we are the primary causes of pollution. But I do agree with the fact that He states that God is all powerful and can easily fix this. I think this article is important to include in my essay because it is not only given from a christian world view, but was also written by someone who has had much experience in this field.





Garces, Diego M. "Marine Problems: Pollution." WWF Global. WWF International, 2000. Web. 02 Apr. 2014.

This article is a credible source for my research because it comes from an organizations that strictly deals with the well-being of animals and is professional organization. Also, this organization has been up and running since 1971 and is still trust worthy. Date-wise this publication is important to include because the amount of years this organization has made a difference in the environment is important. It also allows others trust that there is proof in its success. The authors main goal in the article is to inform us about the different types of ocean pollution there are and to teach us about the ways they are caused and how they are currently affecting marine life. The publishing source for this article generally targets an audience that fits the following description: marine biologist or environmentalist. This audience would be interested in this subjects because they marine biologist could also be affected by the harmful types of pollution in the ocean and environmentalist and those who care about preserving the land and ocean because marine pollution also affects the land and would generally agree with the authors perspective on this topic. The author incorporates the following types of evidence: facts and statistics, and tests on marine animals to explain causes of death. This evidence builds credibility because it displays evidence that the facts have been tested and are true and gives a lists of other credible sources that also agree and have also tested these facts, but is also limited because it only lists a few types of pollution. Based on my own opinion, experiences, and research, I agree with this author because those are the types of pollution I have seen and have heard about the news consistently. I think this article is important to include in my essay because it includes facts, it is written by an organization that has proven to be successful in their work, and includes causes that I have also seen, and also cares about the well-being of marine animals.





NOAA's National Ocean Service. "What Is the Biggest Source of Pollution in the Ocean?" National Ocean Service. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 25 Mar. 2014. Web. 01 Apr. 2014.

This article is a credible source for my research because it has been recently updated, so the time is credible and is written from a service that has been around years and have proven facts of marine pollution and is also a credible website (.gov). The author's credentials include years of experienced professionals testing facts of ocean pollution and is a professional organization. Date-wise this publication is important because to include because of the many years this organization has been around and the climactic changes and world changes throughout the year and what is NOW being done to stop ocean pollution. The authors main goal in this article is to inform and persuade the audience about ocean pollution's increase throughout the years and how we can contribute to help stop it. The publishing source for this article generally targets an audience that fits the following description: environmentalist or oceanographers. This audience would be interested in this subject because this article pertains to diverse ways that we could stop ocean pollution and offers a professional organization that one can team up with to help. This audience would generally agree with this author's perspective on the topic. The author incorporates the following types of evidence: statistics, professionals experience, and projects being done to stop this. This evidence builds credibility because of the evidence of pollution displayed, but is also limited because it doesn't give many alternatives to solving ocean pollution. Based on my opinion, experiences, and research, I agree with this author because the different types of projects they are doing to put an end to ocean pollution can be beneficial. I think this article is important to include in my essay because it speaks primarily about diverse projects and different experiments that are taking pace to decrease ocean pollution.





IFCI. "Why Is the Bible and Water Important to Christians?" Why Is the Bible and Water Important to Christians? J & E Water Filters and Quality Drinking Water, 2010. Web. 03 Apr. 2014.

This article is a credible source for my research paper because it uses evidence of Bible verses and is part of an organization that specializes in clean water. The author's credentials include other sources and websites and has been around for a few years. Date-wise this publication is important to include because world views have changed throughout the years and this is still an on-going organization. The author's main goal in this article is to teach the audience how water was important in the Bible and why it its still important to remember today. The publishing source for this article generally targets an audience that fits the following descriptions: Christians. This audience would be interested in this subject because it speaks about the importance of water and how God made it to be important. They would generally agree with this authors perspective on the topic. The author incorporates the following types of evidence: Biblical views and Bible Verses. This evidence builds credibility because the argument is supported by scripture, but is also limited because it is only supported by scripture and no other sources. Based on my own opinion, experiences, and research, I agree with this author because the Bible verses and biblical view is not only correct through scripture, but would also be very persuasive to a non-believer. I think this article is important to include in my essay because it gives a strong biblical foundation and argument on clean water and how Christians should perceive it.





Bernard, Murrye. "Solutions for Ocean Pollution." LoveToKnow. LoveToKnow, 2006. Web. 03 Apr. 2014.

This article is a credible source for my research because it was written by a professional BA Architect and gives a lists of other similar sources. The author's credentials include a degree in BA Architect and a profession in it. Date-wise this publication is important to include because it speaks about current solutions to fix ocean pollution with updated technology. The author's main goal in this article is to inform and teach how to fix ocean pollution and provides various ways in which one can get involved. The publishing source for this article generally targets an audience that fits the following description: marine biologist, zoologist, environmentalist. This audience would be interested in this subject because this article provides solutions and alternatives and lists many different ways in which we are currently trying to fix the pollution in the ocean and ways to try and help the ocean animals. This audience would generally both agree and disagree with the author's perspective on the topic. They would disagree only with the conclusion that more can be done than what is just listed. The author incorporates the following types of evidence: videos of pollution and a list of organizations and their current work in trying to save the ocean. This evidence builds credibility because of the videos of proof of the current issue with ocean pollution and different links to different websites that speak further on the cause. This is also limited because it only covers a few ways in which we could make a change. Based on my own opinion, experiences, and research, I both agree and disagree with this author for the same reasons the audience would. I think this article is important to include in my essay because there are various sources and places to recieve further information for my essay.