In recent years, the exponential growth of the human
population
has exceeded eight billion and is expected to continue rising, with its negative effects already visible. Various problems are caused by overpopulation, but concrete steps can certainly be taken to address the issue.
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To begin
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population
pressure. As the number of people increases, the strain on natural resources, Use synonyms
such
as water, food, and energy, intensifies across nations. Linking Words
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, if countries need to feed more of their residents, they may need to expand activities, including logging, agriculture, and urban sprawl, which can harm the Earth and damage flora and fauna. Linking Words
Moreover
, overpopulation produces more waste and emissions, which can accelerate climate change and pollution, making parts of the planet less habitable.
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problem, governments and individuals must act collectively. Governments can enact laws that restrict the number of births per woman, which can manage the rapid Linking Words
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For instance
, a 2012 study in China found that the one-child policy helped control citizens' growth, reducing the risk of not only scarcity of essential resources but Linking Words
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Furthermore
, both public awareness campaigns and education for women, especially in rural areas, can be effective in explaining the negative impacts of high fertility rates.
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although
humankind faces a serious threat from overcrowding and resource shortages, I am convinced that there are effective measures to reverse the trend. A combination of wide-ranging education campaigns and stricter laws can be implemented to limit Linking Words
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