Population Growth and Sustainable Development

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What is population growth?

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Population growth is the increase in the number of people living in a particular area.

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What are some environmental concerns associated with population growth?

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Environmental concerns include global warming, deforestation, and decreasing biodiversity.

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How does population density affect the environment?

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Population density plays a significant role in shaping the socio-economic environment and affects the natural environment.

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What is one consequence of waste generation due to population growth?

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Waste generation leads to environmental degradation and reduces the capacity of the environment to absorb more waste.

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What impact does human activity have on biodiversity?

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Human activity has led to the loss of biodiversity through hunting, habitat destruction, and extraction of minerals.

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How has urbanization affected natural resources?

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Urbanization has led to the depletion of natural resources in cities at a fast rate due to population pressure.

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What is the effect of industrialization on the environment?

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Industrialization in underdeveloped countries causes environmental degradation, including land, air, and water pollution.

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What are the consequences of intensive farming practices?

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Intensive farming and excessive use of fertilizers lead to land degradation, soil erosion, and waterlogging.

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How does transport development contribute to environmental degradation?

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Transport development releases poisonous gases and can lead to oil spills that adversely affect ecosystems.

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What are the effects of climate change caused by human activities?

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Climate change leads to exposure to toxic pollutants, forest degradation, and disruption of marine food chains.