Ep 5. Environmental Hazards
- TV-14
- October 6, 2009
- 42 min
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7.6 (135)
In "90210" season 2 episode 5, titled "Environmental Hazards," the gang is back in high school, dealing with new challenges and dramas. The episode begins with Naomi, the Queen Bee of West Beverly, struggling to maintain her social status and popularity after being backstabbed by one of her closest friends, Annie. Meanwhile, Annie is struggling with her own problems as her brother Dixon becomes the victim of a racist prank and she tries to navigate her relationship with her new boyfriend, Jasper.
Elsewhere, Silver is dealing with health issues as she discovers a lump on her breast and is forced to consider her future and the possibility of cancer. This prompts her to reevaluate her relationship with Teddy and question whether he's truly the right guy for her. Meanwhile, Navid is struggling to maintain his relationship with Adrianna as she becomes increasingly involved with her new network of friends.
As the episode progresses, the gang becomes increasingly aware of the environmental hazards that are affecting their community. Naomi becomes involved in a campaign to save a local park from being turned into a parking lot, while Dixon and Annie attend a rally focused on environmental issues. Silver, still dealing with her health scare, becomes passionate about environmental activism and the fight against pollution.
As the characters become more involved in the movement to protect their community, they find themselves facing opposition from powerful corporations and politicians. But they refuse to give up, knowing that they have a responsibility to stand up and fight for what they believe in.
As the episode draws to a close, the gang realizes that their actions can make a difference, no matter how small. They may not be able to solve all of the world's problems, but they can do their part to create positive change in their own community. And as they look towards the future, they know that together, they can make a difference.
Overall, "Environmental Hazards" is a poignant episode that deals with important issues while also advancing the emotional and character-driven storylines of the show. It showcases the power of young people to effect change and make a difference in their world, both individually and as a community.