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Agricultural development can lead to environmental degradation through deforestation, soil erosion, water pollution from pesticides and fertilizers, and loss of biodiversity due to habitat destruction. Intensive farming practices can also deplete soil quality and contribute to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions.
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What are the human activities that causes environmental degradation?
The main causes of environmental degradation are as follow; 1 Industrialization 2 Agricultural development 3 population growth 4 poverty 5 urbanization 6 Deforestation 7 transport development 8 market failure
A major cause of environmental degradation in developing countries is?
poverty
What is the purpose of earth hour and why?
To conserve energy and draw the world’s attention to the cause of environmental degradation.
What is the principal cause of soil degradation along the Murray River?
The principal cause of soil degradation along the Murray River is improper land use. Certain agricultural practices cause erosion, whilst over-iriigating causes increased salinity.
Which of the causes for the fall of Maya was important?
One important cause for the fall of the Maya civilization was environmental degradation, including deforestation and soil erosion, which led to agricultural difficulties and societal collapse. This was compounded by factors such as warfare, overpopulation, and prolonged droughts.
Why study of environment more important than study of fish?
The current environmental degradation is the cause of fish's death =]
What cause erosion in Mexico?
Erosion in Mexico is primarily caused by factors such as deforestation, agricultural practices, and urban development, which remove vegetation that protects the soil. Additionally, heavy rainfall and flooding can exacerbate erosion, particularly in areas with steep terrain. Climate change also contributes by increasing the frequency and intensity of storms, further destabilizing soil. These combined factors lead to significant soil loss and environmental degradation.
Do dams cause land degradation?
Yes, they do. Dams can cause huge environmental degradation: 1) disturb natural fluctuations in water source 2) water quality can be degraded 3) transport of sediment along the rive is disrupted 4) reservoirs can emit climate changing greenhouse gases http://wwf.panda.org/what_we_do/footprint/water/dams_initiative/problems/environmental/
What threats do stonehenge face?
Stonehenge faces several threats, including environmental pressures such as climate change, which can lead to erosion and degradation of the site. Increased tourism and foot traffic can cause physical damage to the stones and the surrounding landscape. Additionally, modern development and agricultural practices in the vicinity pose risks to the integrity of the site and its archaeological context. Conservation efforts are ongoing to mitigate these threats and protect this iconic monument for future generations.
What is the principal cause of soil along the Murray river?
The principal cause of soil degradation along the Murray River is improper land use. Certain agricultural practices cause erosion, whilst over-iriigating causes increased salinity.
What problams will expansion cause?
Expansion can potentially lead to overcrowding, increased demand on resources, strain on infrastructure, and environmental degradation. It can also disrupt natural habitats, increase pollution, and exacerbate social inequalities. Managing expansion carefully is essential to mitigate these problems and ensure sustainable development.
Would Nuclear war help environmental degradation?
I should think nuclear war would cause all sorts of degradation. But one of the results would be contamination of the land with nuclear fall out which would be long lasting and affect generations to come.
