The claim is often made that environmental pollution increases steadily. There are many reasons for that kind of pollution and opportunities to avoid the destruction of the nature. Also we must not forget the consequences of the pollution of our environment.
Firstly, the main part of air pollution is caused by the exhaust fumes of cars. These waste gases contain carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide which are very harmful for our environment because they can cause smog. Moreover, the called gases contribute to the acid rain as well. Acid rain is hazardous because it damages plants and forests and as a result of that it endangers our biosphere, too.
Another consequence of pollution is the contamination of water. The chemical industry often discharges toxic waste products into rivers and destroys the useful plants and animals there. Furthermore, there are many oil tankers which spill oil into the sea and damage the marine life. In addition, many people use detergents in their household. These chemical substances harm our environment, too because they pollute the sewage and can also cause the contamination of our drinking water.
It is necessary not to forget that waste is another problem for our nature. Many beneficial animals are forced to migrate because of the human’s overpopulation and the increasing landfills. Special incinerators are needed to burn man-made materials. But scrap often spoils our nature because people throw it away instead of taking it to a suitable waste management plant. Too much toxic or harmful litter can pollute our useful soil and poisonous substances in our living space might cause a higher rate of infant mortality for example.
All in all, we realize that our society is dependent on the environment. We should try to avoid or to limit environmental pollution. If we do nothing, we will dig our own grave and last but not least we will extinct like the dinosaurs. It is essential both to talk about it and to do something about the destruction of our nature.