In three to five sentences, describe two impacts of obtaining nonrenewable resources and how these have been affected by increasing population.(4 points)

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Answer 1

1. Burning nonrenewable resources such as fossil fuels for energy production has led to an increase in greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to climate change. The growing global population has resulted in a higher demand for energy, leading to increased extraction and consumption of these nonrenewable resources, exacerbating the environmental impact.
2. Extracting nonrenewable resources, such as mining for metals and minerals, has caused habitat destruction and land degradation. With an increasing population, there is a higher demand for these resources for construction, manufacturing, and technology, leading to further depletion of natural habitats and ecosystems. This has resulted in loss of biodiversity and disruption of ecological balance.