Environmental Problems (Hazards) - SS2 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 2

Ignoring these issues can lead to irreversible damage to ecosystems, loss of biodiversity, climate change, and negative impacts on human health and well-being.

Individuals can reduce pollution by using public transportation, reducing energy consumption, recycling, and supporting clean energy initiatives.

Climate change can exacerbate droughts by altering precipitation patterns and increasing evaporation rates, leading to longer and more severe drought events.

Government policies are crucial in regulating and mitigating environmental hazards by setting standards, promoting sustainable practices, and enforcing environmental laws.

Reforestation helps by stabilizing soils, preventing wind erosion, and promoting the growth of vegetation that can halt the spread of deserts into habitable areas.