Question

Choose an event in history, and describe how the event is an example of human interaction with the environment. Then, identify one way in which this interaction has a positive effect on the environment and one way in which it has a negative effect.

Answer 1

Answer: Humans impact the physical environment in many ways: overpopulation, pollution, burning fossil fuels, and deforestation. Changes like these have triggered climate change, soil erosion, poor air quality, and undrinkable water. These negative impacts can affect human behavior and can prompt mass migrations or battles over clean water.