7.1.1 - What is Environmental Degradation?
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Define environmental degradation.
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to the environment when it is harmed.
What is one cause of deforestation?
💡 Hint: Consider what activities require clearing land.
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What is environmental degradation?
💡 Hint: Think about the consequences of harmful human activities.
True or False: Deforestation can lead to loss of biodiversity.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to ecosystems when forests are cut down.
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Discuss how urbanization can lead to health issues, and suggest ways to mitigate these impacts.
💡 Hint: Consider how living conditions in cities can affect health.
Analyze the relationship between overexploitation of fish stocks and global food security.
💡 Hint: Think about how food systems are interconnected.
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