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? a) society is learning new and more earth friendly means of creating energy. b) scientists are learning ways for people and animals to coexist in harmony. c) society is learning new ways to replenish resources that we have nearly used up. d) the growing population is taxing earth's resources which could lead to the extinction of many species.