B18.1 The human population explosion Flashcards
1
Q
What is the definition of biodiversity?
A
It is a measure of the variety of all the different species of organisms on Earth - or within a particular ecosystem
2
Q
What effects had humans had on our environment?
A
More land is being used for building houses - shops and industrial sites
We use billions of acres of land around the world for farming
3
Q
What does a high biodiversity mean?
A
Ensures the stability of ecosystems by reducing the dependence of one species on another for food
4
Q
What has a rapid growth in human population lead to?
A
Lead to more waste being produced
More resources being produced
