Question

1 — the impact of population growth: environmental effects
learning objective: identify environmental effects associated with impacts of human population growth.
an environmental effect caused by an increased need for land is __________.
a.) air pollution
b.) contaminated groundwater
c.) invasive species
d.) habitat degradation

Explanation:

When there is an increased need for land due to population growth, natural habitats are often cleared, fragmented, or otherwise altered. This leads to habitat degradation. Air pollution is mainly related to emissions from vehicles, industries etc. Contaminated groundwater is more associated with improper waste - disposal or chemical runoff. Invasive species can be introduced through various means like trade but not directly due to land - need.

Answer:

d. habitat degradation