Question

how does the growing human population impact the earths natural resources?
a. thinning of the earths atmosphere
b. depletion of the earths natural resources
c. endangering earths species
d. rising ocean levels
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

The question asks about the impact of a growing human population on Earth's natural resources. Option b directly addresses the depletion of natural resources, which is a key consequence of increased human population (more consumption, extraction). Option a (thinning atmosphere) is more related to specific pollutants (e.g., ozone - depleting substances) rather than general population growth impact on resources. Option c (endangering species) is an ecological impact but not specifically about natural resources. Option d (rising ocean levels) is related to climate change (e.g., melting ice due to global warming) rather than direct resource - related impact from population growth.

Answer:

B. depletion of the Earth's natural resources