Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others ay that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give the reasons for your answer and include ant relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

While
some say
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environment
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issue of our time is the loss of
species
of plants and animals.
While
others say there are other important issues. Even though I
accept
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with the latter point,
this
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both
the
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views. On the one hand, losing animals and plants can alter the diversity of the
environment
, and can lead to an unbalanced
eco system
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ecosystem
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. It can lead to scarcity
in
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plant and animal-based foods, resulting in
death
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the death
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of many other organisms that
relay
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rely
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on these animals and plants for food. In a bigger picture affecting human beings as well.
For instance
, in a study conducted by Harvard students regarding endangered
species
, it was found that
,
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every time a
species
went extinct a minority of other
organism’s
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dependent on it
was
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were
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in
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the verge of extinction.
On the other hand
, some may argue there are bigger
environment
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problems to be concerned about, like the increase in temperature
due to
global warming
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and, decrease
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decrease
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the decrease
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in safe
consuming
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water and other
environment
. These are more alarming factors to worry about
,
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because we can clearly see our earth changing and becoming
a
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unsuitable place to live in. These climate changes have led to
disappearance
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the disappearance
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of
majority
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the majority
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of
ice bergs
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icebergs
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and made
water
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the water
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unsafe for consumption.
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, in
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article from The Times of India, more
then
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75% of
ice bergs
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icebergs
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melted
due to
global warming, and sooner or later
well
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will
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have a deficit of pure drinking water. In conclusion, taking care of
earth
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and surrounding
species
can lead to a safer less chaotic place to live in the future. Humans should understand they are the superior
species
in the race and start taking initiative for
environment
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the environment
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.
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Introduction
Ensure that your introduction provides a clear background to the topic and outlines your position in relation to the question. It's beneficial to directly address the essay prompt in your thesis statement.
Development of Ideas
When presenting arguments for each view, try to develop your points more comprehensively. Adding more detailed examples and explaining their implications can strengthen your arguments.
Language
Aim to use a wider range of sentence structures and vocabulary to articulate your points more effectively. This can enhance the clarity and persuasiveness of your arguments.
Task Response
You've successfully discussed both viewpoints as well as your own opinion, meeting the basic requirements of the task.
Organization
Your essay is organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion, which helps in maintaining a logical flow of ideas.

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