Abstract This paper discusses the ever growing problem of world overpopulation. The paper analyses the problem, obstacles in the way of a solution, and possible methods of improving the world situation.
From the Paper "Since the turn of the century the world's population has grown over six-fold. By the year 2060, the population is to grow to an expected 16 billion people! In underdeveloped and overpopulated continents such as Africa and Asia this problem poses a serious threat to existence and health. "
An examination of the problem of overpopulation in the near future, through various theories and experiments. The U.S.A, third in population, is compared to other populated countries such as India and China under a number of categories.
2,981 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 15 sources, 2000, $ 88.95
Abstract This paper examines the problem that overpopulation will pose in the near future. It examines several theories and predictions on this problem, ranging from the Book of Genesis to Thomas Malthus's mathematical hypothesis. Furthermore, the paper analyses several experiments done on the subject, proving how serious the problem is. The United States, third in population, is compared to other populated countries such as India and China in numerous aspects, including: population, industrialization, health, food supply, etc.
Abstract This paper explores the truth behind the different theories that have been used to explain why our world is overpopulated: climatic change, the industrial revolution, medical advances, dietary improvements and the infamous Brown Rat theory.
From the Paper "The world is overpopulated. This is a fact widely accepted by sociologists and the general population alike. However, overpopulation has not always been an issue. It therefore becomes necessary to ask: When did this happen? What caused it to happen? Was it a result of one or many factors? This paper addresses these questions and identify the factor (or factors) that have resulted in the population explosion. "
Tags: advances, black, brown, change, climatic, dietary, explosion, factors, history, industrial, medical, overpopulation, plague, population, rat, reasons, revolution, theory
Abstract The paper shows how Malthus believed that famine was the natural mechanism that reduced a population whenever the number of individuals in a particular area exceeded the carrying capacity of the land. The paper explains, however, that famine is a direct result of increased agricultural production. The more food we produce, the more people are born, leaving the problem of overpopulation and famine for subsequent generations.
From the Paper ""Population has this constant tendency to increase beyond the means of subsistence ... the ultimate check to population appears then to be a want of food." (Thomas Malthus, An Essay on the Principle of Population, pages 2-6.) Thomas Malthus, when he originally wrote those words way back in 1798, believed that unchecked population growth will ultimately be arrested by one of three factors: emigration, disease, and famine (Manning, 2004: 81). Of the three of those factors, it is apparent from the above quote that Malthus believed famine to be the final and ultimate solution to rapid population growth. In the two centuries since Malthus made himself famous - or infamous depending on one's perspective - the man and his ideas have been the brunt of exceeding criticism from the scientific and non-scientific communities. The reason is simple.
Abstract Overpopulation has been a highly contested topic for centuries. Varied opinions are voiced such as, when there is overpopulation, natural resources are depleted as a result of the need to sustain the rapid growth. Still others opine that it is not as much as overpopulation but population density relative to the availability of resources. The writer discusses that it is not much really a question of overpopulation but rather population density vs. available resources and population vs. consumption of resources. The United States government, as the remaining superpower, should lead the fight against the negative effects of overpopulation. The writer concludes that the U.S. should curtail its super consumer culture and temper exploitation of natural resources by providing means of replenishing what was taken from nature.
From the Paper "Whatever arguments there are on overpopulation, humans should be cognizant of the fact that population density should not be always the primary blamed factor but rather the actions done relative to population growth. Humans cannot simply lord over any and all resources without thinking that these are finite entities that need processes or plans to replenish. Emerging countries industrialization is not paying attention to environmental issues because of the feeding demands of their ever-growing populations. Misuse or depletion of the Earth's treasures to meet those needs, for example unsustainable logging, poor farming practices, and overfishing, threatens human life and health around the world. If these trends continue, humans might find each other fighting over basic resources such as food and water - and probably continue blaming overpopulation instead of the manner by which resources have been abused."
Abstract This paper stresses that overpopulation is the number one problem confronting the human race. The author points out that overpopulation was a result of the industrial and agricultural revolutions, which have resulted in better living conditions. The paper concludes that most of the other global problems, such as poverty, disease, violence, war, degradation of natural resources and pollution, are created by overpopulation. Because the earth will not be able to sustain this rapid population growth due to these increasing environmental, economic and social stresses, all people must confront this issue. The author recommends that the solution to overpopulation is to educate people of the problem, which would lead to their limiting the number of children in their families. Includes a graph.
From the Paper "A growing population means that there will be more outbreaks of disease. Pimentel believes that the increased density of people in urban environments, especially those with poor sanitation, provides no protection from pollution caused by accumulating of city wastes in water, air, soil, and indeed created favorable conditions for the rapid spread of infectious diseases that can easily reach epidemic proportions. ... In part due to malnutrition and overcrowding of the world population, several diseases are rapidly increasing. For instance, an estimated 2 million people are infected with TB and 2.4 million are infected with malaria."
Tags: china india urbanization, energy use, limitation
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that in recent years, it has become well known that the world's environment has been drastically affected by climate change. This refers to evidence that proves that global warming is caused by human factors, such as carbon emission and pollution of the atmosphere. The writer maintains that this is directly related to the problem of overpopulation and the fact that an increasing number of people are contributing to aspects such as atmospheric pollution, producing a negative impact on the environment. The writer discusses the relationship between overpopulation and global warming. The writer concludes that the best and most effective method of population control is to raise the awareness of these problems in the world through discussion and the proliferation of information in order to educate and inform the people of the planet of the real danger that looms in the future if population growth is not reduced. This paper includes charts and tables.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Big Picture of Overpopulations and its Environmental Effects
Thesis
Main Points
The Overall Change
The Impact of Overpopulations Around the Globe
Environmental Effects Involved
Methods/Factors of Population Control
Proposals
Pros and Cons
The Future of our Society/Main Concerns
Analysis
Recap
Conclusion
References
Appendix
From the Paper "This connection between overpopulation and the environment is based on a few logical and rather obvious observations. With the increase in the number of people, there is also a greater need for space, which results in the exploitation and damage of the environment to create this necessary space. For example, the demand for more land to accommodate more people has led to the decimation of many forests, natural habitats and ecosystems that are an important part of the overall environmental complex. The environment is in fact a subtle and complex interaction of various interdependent ecosystems. As more land is turned into human habitation, so these natural and essential ecosystems are upset and become unbalanced."
Abstract This paper defines overpopulation and explores its effects on the environment. The paper first explores how population density effects the environment. Then, it briefly considers overpopulation as it pertains to under-developed nations. Finally, the paper describes the dangers of population growth should the current rate of growth remain constant or increase.
From the Paper "Overpopulation in under-developed/third world nations has greatly affected the health of those concerned and the environment; most of these nations struggle to even maintain the status-quo, while living conditions decrease their population increases. "It is a cyclic process that is spiraling out of control. Overpopulation has lead to the spreads of disease and famine. As populations rise, the general health conditions decrease because fewer people are able to receive medical care. Similarly, poor living conditions and sanitation, particularly the lack of clean water, leads to serious outbreaks of disease. While working with the Peace Corps in Kenya, my brother became stricken with malaria after consuming unclean water. Although he survived many others in these poor countries cannot afford the cost of health care and the end result is all too many times death. If the issue isn't the lack of clean water; it's the simple task of housing all these people. In an attempt to feed and house these people many nations (not just under-developed nations) resort to clearing areas of land to make room for agriculture (to include irrigation), home developments, and the further construction of factories/industries (who will not doubt require the use of more fossil fuels). If the current rate of population growth continues, humanity will deplete the Earth of all her resources and cause its own extinction."
Abstract This paper discusses the problem of overpopulation and its consequences. The paper bases its discussion on the theory that the earth is a system with only a finite amount of energy available for human use. The paper concludes that the only legitimate solution to the problems of overpopulation and limited energy is to begin implementing alternative energy sources and more localized economies.
From the Paper "In the United States, unfortunately, society has been organized in such a fashion as to all but require the spending of vast amounts of energy merely to feed our population. Agriculture, in particular, is highly dependent upon the availability of fossil fuels: they are required for fertilizers, to operate virtually all farm equipment, and--perhaps most importantly--to distribute agricultural products to our growing population. If you add this energy requirement to those spent by the average American each year for personal transportation, electricity, heating, and air conditioning, then each child born in the United States is the equivalent to approximately ten children born in the rest of the world--excepting Western Europe and Japan. Obviously, this poses serious problems for the future of the United States in a future of limited energy resources. The sad result is that as growth rates continue in the Untied States, American society is been sped closer to the brink of catastrophe--what ecologists term a populational spike and die-off."
Abstract This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the topic of overpopulation. Specifically, it discusses overpopulation and how it is affecting the world's food supply. The paper looks at whether the world will be able to develop enough food sources to feed itself. It gives examples of countries that have increased their food supply, such as China and discusses whether this will be possible in other countries.
From the Paper "One of the countries most affected by overpopulation is China. They implemented a one child only policy for families in the 1970s to help limit population growth, and have faced great famines throughout their history. The last ended as recently as 1961, as author Vaclav Smil notes, "'The world's greatest famine,' this was an overwhelmingly man-made (Mao-made, to be exact) famine, and by the time it ended in 1961 it left behind about 30 million dead" (Smil 72). Today, China has modernized its food production and farming techniques to a point that they can supply adequate amounts of food to all their residents, and export some foods besides (Smil 80). Hunger is not completely obliterated in China, but they are far ahead of many other overpopulated countries in food production and hunger management, and their food production techniques have made this possible. If China can do it, other countries can build up their food supplies as well, but they may need help from the United States when they implement projects."
Abstract This paper evaluates the consideration that there might be a correlation between the world's overpopulation problem and homosexuality and concludes that any such consideration is ludicrous.
From the Paper "Recent newspaper articles headline the fact that the world has now passed the six billion population mark. The same newspapers featured a story from Lynchburg, Virginia, that the Rev. Jerry Fallwell, poster-boy of the extreme Christian Right, had decided to sit with 200 gays to discuss some sort of rapprochement. Is there a connection? Is there some sort of "social Darwinism" or "sexual survival of the fittest" to determine a way to slow the overpopulation of the Earth's limited resources? Frankly, chances are that there is no connection. Instead, the defamation of homosexuals continues, as evidenced by the Oklahoma preacher, parked across from Fallwell's Liberty University meeting with a big sign that read: "God hates fags"."
Abstract This paper analyzes the problem of overpopulation of the human race. The paper focuses on problems of environmental destruction and human consumption and waste production, as well as ways to reduce the human birth rate.
From the Paper "While we humans are growing aware of the need to protect the earth, we are in denial about the main cause of environmental crises: there are too many of us. The problem is that we are exceeding the carrying capacity of our environment. We all must initiate achievable solutions to overpopulation immediately to eliminate the consequences that are occurring at this very moment. An examination of human population growth shows how it has unfavorably affected the environment and offers practical answers to this very complex problem."
From the Paper "Overpopulation and world hunger have been discussed as interrelating factors since the 1950s, when concern about the exploding "baby boom," particularly in developing countries, was considered in light of the growing international trade market following World War II. The purpose of this paper will be to analyze this relationship today, the truths and myths surrounding it and how elements such as food supply, technology, birth rates and birth control figure into the equation.
The world's population in 1950 was about 2.5 billion; some time in the late 1980s it passed five billion. This increase in the last forty years equals the total population growth over the millions of years from when man first emerged as a species. Further, the population is increasing by 80 million a year and it is expected that by the year 2025 the ... "
Abstract This paper discusses the issue of spaying and neutering pets as the best solution for the animal and the pet owner. The paper dispels common misconceptions regarding these procedures. The many benefits of spaying and neutering pets are outlined in the paper. These benefits are not only for the pet itself, but for society as a whole.
Outline
I. Introduction
A. Attention-Getter: Common Misconception
B. Subvert Common Misconceptions
II. Good for Society
A. Common Myths: Miracles of Birth, Purebred
B. Overpopulation: The Reality
III. Good for Pet
A. Reduces Cancer
B. Doesn't Hurt Animal
IV. Good for You
A. Reduces Behavior Problems
B. Improves Community
V. Conclusion
From the Paper "In societal terms, many new pet owners today will respond from their guts, rather than their heads. They want their children to see Fido or Fifi to give birth, to see the miracle of life. But it might be equally important, one might add, that the child see the miracle of death-namely the not-so miraculous but equally real termination of so many unwanted animals in shelters across the nation. And the problem has such a simple solution. The only surefire solution to pet overpopulation is spaying and neutering the currently existing population. To those who want their pet to have a litter just to let their children see the miracle of life, as well, one vet points out that there are better ways to teach children about reproduction and responsibility--in fact, teaching children to care responsibly for family pets, including taking steps to reduce the population of unwanted pets, could be an equally important, if not the most important lesson about life that they can learn from animals."
