Question

Manmade disasters have contributed to the rapid degradation of bio-diversity. List out them. [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

Explanation: 1 Mark each.

Man made disasters have been a major factor for the rapid degradation of biodiversity. These human activities have permanently changed the face of the life forms on earth. Some amongst them are as follows:

1. Growth of human population and urbanization
2. Deforestation
3. Changes in land use patterns
4. Energy consumption and emissions leading to pollution
5. Introduction of genetically modified species of plants and animals