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Human activity is a major cause of species extinction from "summary" of The 6th Extinction by Elizabeth Kolbert
In the grand sweep of time, life on Earth has faced numerous challenges and obstacles. From cataclysmic events like asteroid impacts to gradual shifts in climate, species have come and gone over millions of years. However, the current rate of extinction is unlike anything the planet has experienced before. The sixth mass extinction event, as described by Elizabeth Kolbert in her book, is primarily driven by human activity. Human beings have altered the environment in ways that have had devastating consequences for countless plants and animals. From deforestation to pollution, from overfishing to climate change, our actions have pushed many species to the brink of extinction. The impact of our activities is so profound that scientists believe we are in the midst of a mass extinction event, with species disappearing at an alarming rate. One of the key factors contributing to this crisis is habitat destruction. As human populations expand and urbanize, natural habitats are being destroyed to make way for agriculture, infrastructure, and devel...
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