Global Threats 4 LL
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The document discusses overpopulation and habitat destruction. It defines overpopulation as having too many people in a place, and cites China and India as examples. Overpopulation is caused by population growth and more people living in crowded areas, which leads to lack of jobs and resources. Solutions proposed include education and job opportunities to encourage movement. Habitat destruction is defined as destroying habitats of plants, animals, and people. Causes include converting land for farms and crops and logging. Effects are reduced wildlife and plants and less air. Solutions proposed are ecotourism where farmers allow tourism on their land, and replanting trees when land is vacated.
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