Question

Explain a few examples of environmental degradation that you may have observed around you

Answer 1

Answer:

Deforestation.

Soil erosion.

Falling levels of ground water.

Depletion of the ozone layer and combustion from automobiles causing extreme air pollution.

Water Pollution.

Throwing waste in river.

Use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

Burning of coal and mineral oil

Answer 2

Answer:

Environmental degradation is the deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources such as air, water and soil; the destruction of ecosystems; habitat destruction; the extinction of wildlife; and pollution

Explanation:

Causes for Environmental degradation

Overpopulation.

Deforestation.

Landfills.

Consumption behavior.

Waste production.

Lack of education.

Illegal dumping.

Agricultural pollution.