Government effects on the environment

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Across
  1. 2. Change The long-term alteration of global weather patterns, largely driven by human activities such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation.
  2. 5. Contamination of the air, water, or soil by harmful substances released as a result of human activities.
  3. 6. Scarcity The lack of sufficient water resources to meet the needs of a region's population, exacerbated by pollution, overuse, and climate change.
  4. 7. The gradual wearing away of land surfaces by water, wind, or other natural processes, often exacerbated by human activities such as deforestation.
  5. 10. Gas Emission Gases like carbon dioxide and methane that trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to global warming and climate change.
  6. 11. The protection and preservation of natural resources and ecosystems through sustainable management practices, aiming to maintain biodiversity and ecological balance.
  7. 13. Management The collection, transportation, and disposal of waste materials, with improper disposal leading to pollution and environmental harm.
  8. 14. The variety of plant and animal species in an ecosystem, which can be negatively impacted by human development and pollution.
  9. 15. Development Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, balancing economic growth with environmental protection.
Down
  1. 1. The clearing of trees and forests, often for agricultural or industrial purposes, leading to habitat loss and environmental degradation.
  2. 3. Quality The cleanliness of the air in terms of the presence of pollutants, which can be affected by industrial emissions, transportation, and other human activities.
  3. 4. Energy Energy derived from natural sources like sunlight, wind, and water, which reduces reliance on fossil fuels and mitigates environmental impacts.
  4. 8. Harvesting fish from the oceans at a rate that exceeds the ability of fish populations to replenish, leading to depletion of marine resources.
  5. 9. Acidification The decrease in pH levels of the Earth's oceans, primarily caused by the absorption of excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
  6. 12. Destruction The loss of natural habitats due to human activities like urbanization, agriculture, and infrastructure development.