Question

Humans consume resources and produce waste. As the human population grows, global consumption of resources and waste production increases. The waste generated often collects in dumping grounds called landfills. How does increased production of waste by humans affect Earth’s ecosystems?
A. Waste generation reduces the amount of soil erosion on land.
B. Waste generation increases the amount of land available to plants and animals.
C. Waste generation increases the amount of soil cover on land.
D. Waste generation reduces the amount of land available to animals and plants.

Answer 1

Answer : D

Reason : The more waste being brought into an area the more waste being spread across the land.