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Question
Interpret the situation of earth as depicted in the given picture, with reference to current environmental challenges:
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Solution
This image indicates the sick and dangerous state of the Earth as a result of the growing rate of environmental contamination.
Earth is suffering in following ways:
- Degradation of Land: It refers to the loss of land fertility as a result of incorrect land use, such as deforestation, the use of chemicals and fertilizers, excessive ground water extraction, and the like.
- Loss of Bio-diversity: The greatest threats to biodiversity are increasing population, land degradation, and deforestation. Many species of flora and fauna are critically endangered.
- Air and Water Pollution: Vehicle emissions, industrialization, and other factors contribute to air pollution. Water contamination is caused by industrial waste, the use of pesticides and chemicals, and other factors. Polluted air and water have reduced the quality of life on Earth.
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