How do human modifications of the environment, such as the creation of urban areas, affect local ecosystems?

Question

A.Human modifications, like urbanization, often lead to habitat loss, pollution, and changes in biodiversity, but they can also create new ecosystems (e.g., city parks).
B.Urbanization generally leads to the preservation of local ecosystems by limiting human interaction with the environment.
C.Urbanization has no impact on local ecosystems because it only involves infrastructure development without interaction with the environment.
D.Urban areas help preserve ecosystems by reducing the human population’s need for natural resources.

Answer 1

A. Human modifications, like urbanization, often lead to habitat loss, pollution, and changes in biodiversity, but they can also create new ecosystems (e.g., city parks).

This option accurately reflects the complex relationship between urban areas and local ecosystems, acknowledging both the negative impacts (such as habitat loss and pollution) and the potential for new ecosystems to emerge in urban settings.