As a country develops, people tend to buy more cars. Do the advantages for the individual outweigh the disadvantages for the environment?
As a nation progresses, more people are inclined to purchase private vehicles
such
as cars
. This
action by individuals embodies pros and cons. In my opinion, I think that the advantages for individuals with cars
do not outweigh the disadvantages for the environment. In this
essay, I will be discussing how cars
contribute to pollution and a reduction in biodiversity.
Firstly
, an increase in the number of cars
on the road increases pollution. This
is because engines from these vehicles release harmful gases, not only affecting the environment but also
endangering the health of individuals. For example
, engines release sulphur dioxide which contributes to acid rain. Acid rain affects the environment by causing a rise in greenhouse gases in the atmosphere as well as
soil erosion. With respect to soil erosion, acid rain contributes to this
by dissolving the nutrients such
as magnesium and calcium that are needed to grow trees. However
, people tend to use cars
because it allows quick travelling
from one destination to another.
Replace the word
travel
Furthermore
, cars
require petrol to operate which can endanger marine
ecosystems. The product of petroleum is made from crude oil and hydrocarbons from natural gases. These chemicals are at risk of being discharged into the water, harming marine
life. For instance
, eutrophication, which reduces the level of oxygen for marine
creatures is a result of chemical spillage. This
reduces biodiversity which is crucial for a healthy ecosystem.
In conclusion, the drawbacks of having a car such
as poor air quality and endangerment of marine
life do not outweigh the benefits of having a car due to
the aspect of environmental damage that these vehicles bring.Submitted by d.adeliasong on
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task achievement
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coherence cohesion
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task achievement
You have clearly identified and addressed the task by discussing both benefits and drawbacks of car ownership in relation to environmental impact.
coherence cohesion
Your essay is structured logically with an introduction, body paragraphs addressing both the advantages for individuals and disadvantages for the environment, and a strong conclusion.
Answer the 'Advantages and Disadvantages' topic
IELTS advantages and disadvantages questions normally give you a statement and ask you to comment on the advantages and disadvantages of that statement.
Answer structure for the type of essay
- Introduction
- Body paragraph 1 – advantages
- Body paragraph 2 – disadvantages
- Conclusion
Examples to start your body paragraph:
- The main advantage is...
- The disadvantage of this...
- The main benefit...
- Despite these advantages...
- One possible drawback...