While society progressed immensely, it had a detrimental impact on the environment. Many factories began to surface across the nation, however, the factories released harsh chemicals into the atmosphere. As a result, animals unaccustomed the the release of detrimental chemicals in the environment began to die at a rapid rate. Moreover, after the industrial revolution commenced a plethora of factories began to grow. As a result, our pollution levels grew significantly, contaminating the environment for many animals. Factories across the United States are disconcerted with what kind of damage they can cause to animals with the release of toxic chemicals. Yet, not only factories have caused an immense amount pollution across the United States. Most human beings are responsible for the high pollution rates in our nation. Unknowingly at times, we throw out are garbage in incorrect places. Whether it is on the street, a lake, or the ocean, it can have a negative toll on many animals. For instance, there has been a sharp decrease of aquatic life such as fish and other aquatic creatures due to waste in the ocean. In addition, the chemicals released into the atmosphere from factories and hazardous waste had caused acid rain. Acid rain is deleterious to many aquatic animals. Unfortunately, it raises the acidity level in the ocean which is responsible for the death of many aquatic …show more content…
Over the years, society has began to destroys habitats in order to either create new houses, plant crops, or simply use trees to construct essential materials. Yet, we are leaving animals without homes resulting in the loss of many species. When a tree is cut down many animals die in the process. Humans are depriving animals of their homes and food supply. When individuals invade their land many may need to relocate unexpectedly and learn to hunt for another food supply. The United States has lost an estimated amount of 949,750 acres of forest to deforestation. These acres provides thousands of home to the animals within in them. Animals such as the northern spotted owl is now on the verge of extinction due to deforestation. In 1974, the tacoma pocket gopher was registered as extinct due to deforestation. Similarly, in 2007 the columbia basin pygmy rabbit was declared extinct. Human construction on forests is having a negative impact on the forest life. It essential to limit the amount of forest space we consume to help avoid the loss of such vital