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ICSEClass XBiologyPollution04 Mark2026 Hard

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“Vanishing Greenery; A Growing Urban Crisis”

In most of our cities, rapid urbanisation has led to a significant decrease in greenery over the past two decades. As the population increased, the demand for housing, roads and commercial buildings grew, leading to clearing of parks, gardens and natural resources. This has contributed to several problems.

Rapid Urbanisation and Decline of Urban Greenery

(a) Mention one problem caused by the decrease in greenery.

(b) How do green plants improve air quality?

(c) What role can citizens play in addressing this problem?

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Answer

(a) One problem is increased air pollution.

(b) Green plants absorb carbon dioxide, release oxygen and trap dust and other pollutants.

(c) Citizens can plant and protect trees, avoid unnecessary cutting of trees and support local greening initiatives.

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