Environment

12. The destruction of habitats is leading to _______, as many species of animals and plants are disappearing forever.

4. A long period of time with little or no rain, causing extreme water shortages, is called a _______.

14. The process of treating used materials like paper, glass, and plastic so they can be used again is called _______.

1. The burning of _______, such as coal and oil, releases large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.

7. Solar, wind, and hydro power are all examples of _______ energy sources.

2. The gradual increase in the Earth's average temperature is known as _______.

6. The melting of polar ice caps is causing _______, which threatens coastal cities around the world.

8. The contamination of rivers and lakes by chemicals from factories is a serious form of _______.

5. To reduce waste, we should use _______ bags instead of single-use plastic ones.

10. _______ farming often relies heavily on chemical fertilizers, which can damage the soil over time.

15. Extremely dry and hot weather can increase the risk of a _______, a large, destructive fire that spreads quickly through natural areas.

13. Governments worldwide are trying to reduce their _______, which are gases like carbon dioxide and methane that trap heat in the atmosphere.

3. _______ is the cutting down of trees in a large area, leading to habitat loss and soil erosion.

9. Many plastic bags and bottles end up in the ocean, contributing to _______.

11. Exhaust fumes from cars and factory smoke are major contributors to _______, especially in big cities.