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Environmental Degradation

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Environmental degradation refers to the deterioration of the environment through various human activities. It involves the depletion or destruction of natural resources, pollution, habitat loss, climate change, and other negative impacts on ecosystems.

AP course connection

Topic 5.11: 5.11 Ecological Footprints

Unit 5

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