Critique each of the following statements and choose the most accurate.(1 point)
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The trend toward urbanization has lessened light and water pollution.
The trend toward urbanization has lessened light and water pollution.
The trend toward urbanization has increased wildlife habitat and decreased water pollution.
The trend toward urbanization has increased wildlife habitat and decreased water pollution.
The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies and no environmental consequences.
The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies and no environmental consequences.
The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies, but many consequences too.
1) The statement is not accurate. Urbanization often leads to increased light and water pollution due to increased human activity and infrastructure development.
2) The statement is not accurate. Urbanization usually results in the destruction of wildlife habitat due to land conversion and fragmentation. It may also lead to increased water pollution due to increased runoff and waste disposal.
3) The statement is not accurate. Urbanization typically has both benefits and environmental consequences. While it can improve living standards and access to services, it also leads to habitat destruction, pollution, and resource depletion.
4) The statement is accurate. Urbanization is a complex process that brings both benefits and consequences to people and societies. It can enhance economic development, job opportunities, and social services, but it also has negative environmental impacts.