Question

State an adverse impact of urbanisation on the ecosystem.

Discuss briefly the impact of urbanisation on the ecosystem.

Answer 1

Deforestation occurs as natural land, such as forests, is cleared to make way for urban infrastructure like buildings, roads, and residential areas. This leads to the loss of biodiversity, disruption of habitats for wildlife, and reduced carbon sequestration, contributing to climate change. Moreover, deforestation can cause soil erosion and negatively impact water cycles, harming the ecosystem.

Answer 2

• Urbanisation is the overgrowth of population in urban areas. It results in undue felling of trees, loss of agricultural land, stressed natural and energy resources, encroachment of water bodies and forest, defacement of land, pollution, etc.
• It puts stress on the resources like air, water, minerals and energy.