The destruction of our essence by humans According to the most comprehensive biodiversity research in more than a decade, human destruction of nature is rapidly eroding the world's ability to provide food, water, and security to billions of people. The rate of decline is so rapid that the risks posed by biodiversity loss should be regarded on the same scale as those posed by climate change, according to the authors of the UN-backed report, which was released in Medellin, Colombia on Friday. Among the most striking results are that exploitable fisheries in the world's most populous area - the Asia-Pacific - are on track to disappear by 2048; that freshwater availability in the Americas has been cut in half since the 1950s; and that 42% of land species in Europe have declined since the 1950s.This report was published in the same week that the decimation of French bird populations was revealed, as well as the death of the last male northern white rhinoceros, leaving the species with only two females. Illustration of biodiversity What is biodiversity, and why is it important to us? Learn more "The time to act was yesterday or the day before," said Robert Watson, chair of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), which assembled the study. "Governments acknowledge that there is a problem. Now we need action, but sadly the action we have now is insufficient. We must act to halt and reverse the unsustainable use of nature or risk endangering not only the environment but also ourselves. "Not only do we want the future we want, but we also want to live the lives we have now," he added. The study of studies, divided into four regional reports, was written by more than 550 experts from over 100 countries and took three years to finish. The IPBES reports, which have been approved by the governments of 129 member countries, aim to provide a knowledge basis for global biodiversity action in the same way that the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change is used by policymakers to set carbon emiNature's perils featured photograph Home / Investigations & Research / Nature's Dangers: How Deadly Are The World's Most Common Natural Disasters? Nature's Perils: How Lethal Are the World's Most Common Natural Disasters? Carl Borg wrote this and it was last modified on February 15, 2022. The natural environment . The most beautiful and wondrous object to explore, but it must always be respected. This is not only to safeguard nature's delicate equilibrium, but also because it can be a dangerous place, full of harsh climates, harsh landscapes, and deadly creatures. All of these can be avoided with the assistance of expert knowledge and proper planning, but natural disasters cannot. Natural disasters are frequently completely beyond human control and are among the most dangerous events to occur on the globe. Furthermore, as climate change disrupts the natural order of the elements, we are seeing natural catastrophes such as floods and fierce storms become more common.  I could compose an entire book about nature's perils. A mosquito is one example that springs to mind. A single bite will destroy you. Malaria killed 435 000 persons worldwide in 1917, according to the WHO. Nature, in fact, starts to kill you the day you are born. Many Americans mistakenly believe that if something is "natural," it is safe. Perhaps this is why many people prefer organic foods; they are concerned about synthetic insect repellents or herbicides in industrial foods. However, due to the possibility of bacterial contamination, some organic foods are not completely secure. Many natural compounds can be lethal. For example, eating wild mushrooms can be deadly. I wrote this short piece.I wrote this little book for intelligent, curious nonscientists who want to learn the truth about food, health, and the world. Read on if you believe that organic foods and herbal medicines are entirely safe, or if you believe in nuclear-free zones. You will discover that some organic foods are possibly more dangerous than pesticide-treated foods. You might be shocked to learn that common snacks like potato chips and french fries contain dangerous, unnatural trans fats. To some extent, almost everything has the capacity to be toxic, including life-sustaining substances like oxygen. You will also learn in this text that all humans are radioactive and emit thousands of high-energy gamma rays per minute.Perhaps you're interested in the facts and hype surrounding global warming and the ozone hole. Is it true that the ceiling is falling? You will find that the majority of these issues are complex, with no simple solution or "free lunch." Let's start with hazardous substances. The tale has a long history. Doctors and chemists have known since the days of Paracelsus, a 16th century German physician-scientist, that the impact of a substance on the human body, whether good or bad, depends on the concentration in which it is taken. This common sense gave way to an irrational dread of "chemicals," specifically anything that is not natural, in the latter part of the twentieth century. Cancer apprehension . The stories that follow demonstrate that these fears are not always founded on sound scientific principles and are causing economic and even medical harm. Many people are currently consuming large quantities of untested natural herbal medicines, some of which can be dangerous. Don't be misled by the term "natural." Natural does not imply risk-free. Arsenic, pennyroyal, botulism toxin, and urushiol (the rash-causing chemical in poison ivy) are all naturally occurring toxins. The general population is frequently bombarded with news reports about dangerous, toxic chemicals. The general public is also made to believe that only natural substances are safe, while synthetic additives and agrochemical residues are hazardous. Such reports almost never offer balanced analyses of the science at the heart of these complex issues . This book tries to delve into some of these issues and put them into a more balanced context. The fundamental causes and severity of hazards are investigated. This study reveals two main themes: (a) Nothing is completely safe; both natural and man-made chemicals can be hazardous; and (b) the safety and/or efficacy of any particular substance changes depending on its concentration and the part of the body to which it is exposed. For example, an additive found in many ice creams could cause emphysema if it entered your lungs, but it is harmless to consume. You may be aware that cyanide is toxic. Cyanide toxicity is well known. This chemical inhibits the main enzyme cytochrome oxidase, which is required for aerobic organisms to breathe. However, did you know...

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