Some people say that the main environmental problem of our time is the loss of particular species of plants and animals. Others say that there are more important environmental problems. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

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A number of individuals think that the most significant environmental problem of today's world is the extinction of some species of animals and plants,
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, others
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that there are more environmental problems.I
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that both are important issues and we have
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the problems. On the one hand, some people believe that global warming is a very important issue that we should think about more often. They argue that global warming,
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called the 'greenhouse effect,' is a big threat to our planet.
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, as temperatures rise, polar icebergs will melt, causing sea levels to rise.
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could lead to more extreme weather,
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as storms and floods, occurring more frequently in the future.
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, a number of folks think that one reason is that species extinction is a natural process.
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, dinosaurs disappeared from Earth
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changes in the Earth's climate, yet life continued because it is a natural process.
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that, human-caused issues like global warming are extremely dangerous. If temperatures keep rising, the planet will become uninhabitable for human beings. In conclusion, some individuals claim that losing particular species of plant and animals is the main point but other people believe that environmental problems have many reasons more than
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issue. It is better to make a list and find proper solutions for them.

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Make sure to clarify your opinion clearly in the introduction and conclusion. This helps strengthen your position.
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Consider improving the logical flow of your ideas by using more cohesive devices to connect your points smoothly.
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Provide more specific examples and explanations to support each argument you present, enhancing the depth of your analysis.
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You presented both sides of the argument, which shows good understanding of the topic.
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Your conclusion summarizes the main points well, providing a clear end to the essay.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • biodiversity
  • extinction
  • habitat loss
  • ecosystem
  • food chain
  • imbalance
  • interconnected
  • climate change
  • pollution
  • personal actions
  • policy changes
  • education
  • awareness
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