What does overpopulation refer to in the context of environmental science?

• The reduction of natural resources due to increased human activity

• The number of organisms exceeding the carrying capacity of a region

• The migration of people from rural to urban areas

• The increase in production of consumer goods

According to the text, what factors have increased Earth's carrying capacity for humans?

• Advances in technology and space exploration

• Improvements in agriculture and health care

• Globalization and international trade

• Reduction in global population growth rates

What is one of the harmful effects of a high human population on the environment according to the text?

• Increased educational facilities

• Reduction in air pollution

• Large oil spills

• Decreased use of fossil fuels

According to the text, what does burning fossil fuels contribute to?

• Improved air quality

• Global warming

• Enhanced wildlife habitats

• Increased water purity

What is a potential future concern mentioned in the text regarding fossil fuels?

What is one major effect of overpopulation on wildlife as mentioned in the text?

• Increased number of wildlife sanctuaries

• Extinction of species due to habitat destruction

• Improved biodiversity

• Increased animal migration

What has been a consequence of introducing invasive species like the Australian tree snakes to Guam?

• Increased number of native bird species

• Decrease in the snake population

• Extinction or decline of native bird species

• Improved soil quality

According to the text, how much more resources do people in developed nations use compared to those in developing countries?

• 10 times more

• 20 times more

• 32 times more

• 50 times more

What is a significant environmental impact of over-consumption mentioned in the text?

• Decreased CO2 emissions

• Increased production of renewable energy

• Increased CO2 emissions from fossil fuels

• Reduction in luxury items consumption

What does the term "overpopulation" refer to in the context of environmental impact?

• The adequate distribution of resources across a growing population

• The reduction of CO2 emissions due to technological advancements

• The strain on environmental resources due to a high number of people

• The increase in global temperatures as a direct result of population decline