Question

Answer the following question, in 40-50 words:

'And for humans, the prognosis is not good'. What is in store for humans, as per the above statement?

Answer 1

The author highlights that humanity's 12,000-year existence is insignificant compared to the earth's vast history. During this time, humans have significantly increased their population, depleting natural resources and contributing negatively to the environment. Human activities have caused widespread disruption, including population growth, resource scarcity, pressure on land, melting ice caps, excessive fossil fuel consumption, ozone layer depletion, and global warming. These actions have resulted in a substantial increase in carbon dioxide levels.