Science discoveries and technological advances have allowed the population of the Earth to grow exponentially with no end of the growth in sight. Which statement best describes how these advancements are detrimental to the Earth?

The answer would be D) The growing population is taxing Earth’s resources which could lead to the extinction of many species (I just got this right)

The growing population is taxing the Earth's resources which could lead to the extinction of many species is the correct answer. Because of the growing population the Earth's resources and animals are being taxed due to the growing need for resources and space.