AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The impact of so many humans on the environment takes two major forms: consumption of resources such as land, food, water, air, fossil fuels and minerals. waste products as a result of consumption such as air and water pollutants, toxic materials and greenhouse gases.

Detailed explanation-2: -As the human population increases, these natural resources are being used at a much more rapid pace. Renewable natural resources cannot be replenished fast enough and nonrenewable natural resources are getting closer to running out for good.

Detailed explanation-3: -Everyone understands that many of the Earth’s resources are finite. We are currently completely reliant on fossil fuels, iron and other metals, minerals and even such basic commodities as sand to keep the modern world ticking over. Adding more consumers makes those resources run out faster.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Effects of Overpopulation More people means an increased demand for food, water, housing, energy, healthcare, transportation, and more. And all that consumption contributes to ecological degradation, increased conflicts, and a higher risk of large-scale disasters like pandemics.