Latin America faces several major environmental issues related to pollution. Mexico City has extremely high levels of air pollution due to its large population, high elevation, and surrounding mountains that trap pollutants. The Brazilian government's development led to widespread deforestation of the Amazon rainforest, endangering plants and animals and increasing carbon dioxide levels. Venezuela is a leading oil producer, but oil production results in toxic waste, air pollution, and oil spills that damage the environment and people's livelihoods.
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