ENVIRONMENT
DEGRADTION
INTRODUCTION
Environmental degradation is the deterioration of the environment
through depletion of resources such as quality of :
a) Air
b) Water
c) soil
The destruction of ecosystems, habitat destruction.
the extinction of wildlife and pollution.
It is defined as any change or disturbance to the environment perceived to
be deleterious or undesirable
FLOW CHART FOR BETTER
UNDERSTANDING.
In the flow chart as we can see how
environment degradation impact on
both human life as well on nature,
There are some major factors which
is responsible for the destruction of
earth
MAJOR CAUSES FOR ENVIRONMENT
DEGRADATION
(1) Population explosion:
One of the main causes of environmental degradation is the
tendency of population explosion in India , As a result of it,
pressure of population on land has increased very much and
land is being exploited ruthlessly. Population explosion has
caused large-scale deforestation to make use of the land for:
(I) Agriculture,
(II) Construction projects that is
(a) construction of houses for urban population
(b) construction of river-valley projects for irrigation and
power supply.
W h a t C a n We D o t o C o n t r o l
Environment Degradation?
By planting more trees.
Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle.
Reduce fuel consumption.
Control population growth.
Create awareness among people about the issue.
By reducing the use of chlorofluorocarbons.
TYPES OF
ENVIRONMENTAL
DEGRADATION
There are mainly three different types of
environmental degradation.
1. Land degradation (also called soil
degradation)
2. Water degradation
3. Air degradation
1. Water degradation
• Water degradation or water pollution
is mainly caused by the release of
harmful materials into water bodies
rendering it unsuitable for the use by
animals or humans. A moving water
body serves as a very effective mode
of disposal of waste. This is the usual
norm for people living near water
bodies. This can be seen in the
drainage and sewage systems in
various cities.
2. Land Degradation or Soil Pollution
• The soil offers a medium for the growth and
cultivation of various plant species. It also
serves as the habitat for many animals and
microorganisms that contribute substantially to
the ecological balance. When the composition
of the soil is contaminated due to the disposal
of harmful waste or the use of chemicals it
becomes detrimental to the organisms that
depend on the soil for its sustenance.
Environmental impact of soil pollution or land
pollution is often less stressed upon as
compared to other forms of pollution.
3. Atmospheric degradation
• Atmospheric degradation is caused
by air pollution and it is the main
contributor to the environmental
issues that is leading to global
warming and greenhouse gas
emission. The increasing air pollution
has led to health effect
environmental problem all over the
planet. The impact of air pollution
has a chain reaction causing the
breakdown of other ecosystems as
well.
CONCLUSION
The primary causes of environmental degradation in India are attributed to the
rapid growth of population in combination with economic development and
overuse of natural resources.
Major environmental calamities in India include land degradation, deforestation,
soil erosion, habitat destruction and loss of biodiversity.
Economic growth and changing consumption patterns have led to a rising demand
for energy and increasing transport activities. Air, water and noise pollution
together with water scarcity dominate the environmental issues in India.
According to World Bank estimate, between 1995 through 2010, India has made
one of the fastest progresses in the world, in addressing its environmental issues
and improving its environmental quality.
Still, India has a long way to go to reach environmental quality similar to those
enjoyed in developed economies.
Summary –
Environment is the surrounding we live in. Unplanned human activities cause environmental degradation.
Sustainable development is a concept which says that development should be environment oriented, it should be such that it does not harm natural order Different types of pollution such as carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide, pesticides, sewage, smoke, noise cause environmental degradation
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