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Paper 3 structured question: Habitat destruction

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Causes of habitat destruction

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Pollution and Resource Extraction

Pollution in freshwater and marine environments and extraction of natural resources are major causes of habitat destruction.

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    Describe how pollution causes habitat destruction in aquatic environments.

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Causes of Habitat Destruction

Habitat destruction happens due to various human activities. These include the need for more land for housing, agriculture, and livestock; extraction of natural resources; and pollution in freshwater and marine environments.

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    Identify two causes of habitat destruction related to land use.

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