End of the World

The "End of the World" refers to a hypothetical scenario where Earth’s habitability or existence ceases, often due to catastrophic events such as nuclear war, asteroid impacts, climate change, pandemics, or cosmic phenomena. While these events could cause significant destruction or disrupt life, scientists consider complete extinction or the true “end” of the planet highly unlikely in the near future. The term is often used in discussions about existential risks and efforts to prevent global catastrophes that could threaten human civilization or the planet’s ecosystems.