Question

“Vanishing Greenery; A Growing Urban Crisis”

In most of our cities, rapid urbanisation has led to a significant decrease in greenery over the past two decades. As the population increased, the demand for housing, roads and commercial buildings grew, leading to clearing of parks, gardens and natural resources. This has contributed to several problems.

1. Mention one significant problem caused by the reduction in urban greenery.
2. How do green plants contribute to improving the air quality?
3. What role can you, as a citizen, play in protecting urban greenery?

Answer 1

1. Increased air pollution is one major issue brought on by the decline in urban greenery.
2. During photosynthesis, green plants absorb carbon dioxide and other impurities and release oxygen, which helps in air purification.
3. As a citizen, I may contribute to tree-planting and conservation initiatives that support the preservation of urban greenery, as well as plant more trees and safeguard existing ones.