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the human population has exploded in a very short amount of time, and it's still growing at an alarming rate. but what caused this human explosion, and what does it mean for our future? let's take a journey through overpopulation and explore the factors that have led to this phenomenon.
the paleolithic era
the paleolithic era, also known as the stone age, was a time when humans lived as hunter-gatherers. the population was small, and growth was slow due to high infant mortality rates and low life expectancy. however, the development of agriculture during the neolithic era changed everything.
the neolithic revolution
the neolithic revolution, also known as the agricultural revolution, marked the transition from a nomadic lifestyle to a settled one. humans began to cultivate crops and domesticate animals, which led to a surplus of food and a decrease in infant mortality rates. this, in turn, led to an increase in life expectancy and a rapid increase in population.
the industrial revolution
the industrial revolution brought about another significant change in population growth. the development of new technologies and the expansion of trade led to an increase in wealth and a decrease in infant mortality rates. this, combined with the availability of food and medical advancements, led to a further increase in population.
the present day
today, the human population is over 7 billion and is still growing at an alarming rate. this has led to concerns about overpopulation and its impact on the environment. the demand for resources, such as food, water, and energy, is increasing, and the strain on the environment is becoming more apparent.
the future
so, what does the future hold for the human population? will this lead to the end of our civilization? the answer is not clear, but it is certain that we need to address the issue of overpopulation. we need to find ways to reduce our impact on the environment and ensure that we have enough resources to sustain our growing population.
conclusion
the human population has exploded in a very short amount of time, and it's still growing at an alarming rate. the factors that have led to this phenomenon include the development of agriculture, the industrial revolution, and medical advancements. however, the impact of overpopulation on the environment is becoming more apparent, and we need to find ways to reduce our impact and ensure that we have enough resources to sustain our growing population.
references
- overpopulation - the human explosion explained
- prehistoric environment: a journey through the paleolithic and neolithic
- the dawn of humanity: a journey through human origins
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