5. Identify and analyze problems affecting the biosphere

Q: What problems are harming the biosphere?
A:

• Deforestation – trees are cut without replanting

• Overgrazing – too many animals destroy grass

• Water pollution – from factories, farms, and household waste

• Air pollution – from smoke, cars, and burning

• Soil erosion – caused by poor farming practices

• Climate change – from too much pollution, changing rainfall and temperatures

• Loss of biodiversity – animals and plants becoming extinct