1. Deforestation
- The permanent destruction of forests for various purposes such as agriculture, logging, or urban development.
2. Water pollution
- The contamination of water bodies such as rivers, lakes, and oceans due to the discharge of pollutants from industrial, agricultural, or residential sources.
3. Climate change
- The long-term alteration of the Earth's climate system, mainly due to human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, leading to rising temperatures and other climate-related impacts.
4. Air pollution
- The release of harmful substances into the atmosphere, primarily through human activities such as burning fossil fuels, industrial emissions, and vehicle exhaust, leading to respiratory issues and environmental degradation.
5. Overpopulation
- The condition where the human population exceeds the carrying capacity of the Earth, leading to increased demand for resources, habitat destruction, and strain on ecosystems.
6. Endangered species
- Species of plants or animals that are facing the risk of becoming extinct due to various factors such as habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and illegal hunting or trading.
Match the environment issue with its correct description
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