Critique each of the following statements and choose the most accurate.(1 point)
Responses
The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies and no environmental consequences.
The trend toward urbanization has increased wildlife habitat and decreased water pollution.
The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies, but many consequences too.
The trend toward urbanization has lessened light and water pollution.
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1. The trend toward urbanization has brought many benefits to people and societies, but many consequences too.
2. increased tree death
3. Flooding can potentially occur and harm wildlife and land.
4. Brine can kill ocean wildlife.
The first statement is incorrect. The trend toward urbanization often leads to environmental consequences such as air and water pollution, loss of natural habitats, and increased demand for resources.
The second statement is also incorrect. Urbanization generally leads to the destruction of wildlife habitats due to the expansion of buildings and infrastructure. Additionally, urban areas contribute significantly to water pollution through runoff and industrial activities.
The third statement is the most accurate. While urbanization does bring benefits to people and societies, such as access to better jobs, education, and healthcare, it also has consequences, including environmental degradation, overcrowding, traffic congestion, and unequal distribution of resources.
The fourth statement is incorrect. Urbanization tends to contribute to light and water pollution, rather than lessening it. The increased use of artificial lighting in cities contributes to light pollution, and urban areas often struggle with managing wastewater and sewage, leading to water pollution.
Which impact on the physical environment does acid rain cause?
A. increased tree death
B. smog
C. depletion of groundwater
D. conversion of land to agriculture
Which of the effects of irrigation on the world’s environment is a criticism of using reservoirs?
A. Crops can be contaminated and harm the people who consume them.
B. Waste byproducts can contaminate land when not safely disposed of.
C. Flooding can potentially occur and harm wildlife and land.
D. Groundwater can be contaminated by plastic.
Which impact on the physical environment does acid rain cause?
increased tree death
smog
depletion of groundwater
conversion of land to agriculture