__ __ are released from flooded cars, submerged boats, damaged holding tanks, and leaking pipes, to name a few sources.

Loss of biodiversity affects the balance of __, making it harder for nature to recover and provide services like clean air and water.

The natural environment is __ great __ due to human activity, but there is still hope.

__ __, driven mainly by greenhouse gas emissions, causes global temperatures to rise.

Air pollution, caused by factories, vehicles, and burning __ __, harms the air we breathe.

Animals live in a wide variety of environments, from deep oceans to high mountains, and come in all shapes and sizes—from tiny __ to large __.

It is normally a governmental responsibility to address the __ of the natural environment.

Air pollution can cause asthma, heart disease, and other __ problems.

Water pollution from plastic waste, chemicals, and oil spills damages oceans, rivers, and __ life.

Another major problem is __ —the cutting down of large areas of forests for agriculture, logging, or construction.

In the long term, environmental damage can __ economies, reduce crop yields, and force people to migrate due to unlivable conditions.

It is important that we protect animals and their environments so __ __ can enjoy a rich and diverse natural world.