Environmental Issues

1. Organisms whose genetic material has been altered in a way that does not occur naturally.
4. Insufficient freshwater resources to meet the demands of a region's population.
8. Reduction in the concentration of ozone in the Earth's stratosphere, particularly the ozone layer.
10. The decline in the variety of plant and animal species in different ecosystems.
12. The proper handling and disposal of waste to minimize environmental impact.
14. Contamination of the air with harmful substances, leading to respiratory and environmental problems.
15. Precipitation with acidic components, often caused by industrial emissions.
16. The introduction of contaminants into the environment, affecting air, water, and soil.
17. Depleting fish populations in oceans beyond their ability to recover.
19. The alteration or elimination of natural habitats, often due to human activities.
20. Energy sources that cannot be replaced at the same rate they are consumed.

2. The process by which fertile land becomes arid and unproductive.
3. The decrease in pH levels of the world's oceans, primarily caused by excess carbon dioxide absorption.
5. The long-term increase in Earth's average temperature due to human activities.
6. The clearing or removal of forests at an alarming rate.
7. The decline in the quality and productivity of arable land.
9. A situation in which the number of people in an area exceeds the capacity of the environment to support them.
11. Accumulation of plastic waste in oceans and water bodies, harming marine life.
13. Excessive nutrients in water bodies, leading to algae blooms and oxygen depletion.
18. Uncontrolled expansion of urban areas into surrounding rural landscapes.