Consequences of Deforestation
Large-scale deforestation in tropical areas has occurred to provide land for cattle, rice fields, and biofuel crops.
Give two reasons why deforestation increases atmospheric CO2.
What is Consequences of Deforestation?
"Deforestation is the permanent removal of trees to make room for something besides forest, leading to habitat loss and climate change."
What is meant by a community in ecology?
In a stable community, the populations of all species remain relatively constant. What is this called?
Which type of pollution can lead to eutrophication in lakes and rivers?
Which term describes the non-living conditions in a habitat, such as temperature and light intensity?
Deforestation Impact
Increased CO2: Less photosynthesis to remove it, and release of CO2 when trees are burnt or decay.
Reduced Biodiversity: Loss of habitats for millions of species.
Loss of future medicines: Many tropical plants contain unknown medicinal compounds.
Deforestation is a double-blow to the climate: it removes a carbon "sink" and often releases stored carbon simultaneously.
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