Human Impacts on Forests

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What led to the development of towns and cities?

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Humans learned how to farm and raise livestock over time.

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What is urban expansion?

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An increase in the built-up area of a city or town.

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Why is biodiversity important in the rainforest?

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The rainforest may have cures for diseases that we haven't discovered yet.

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What are the benefits of strip cutting and selective cutting compared to clear cutting?

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Keeping more trees would reduce soil erosion during rain storms.

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How does deforestation contribute to global warming?

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Yes; less trees means less CO2 is turned into oxygen.

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What is deforestation?

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The clearing or thinning of forests by humans.

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What are the main causes of deforestation?

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Agricultural expansion, urban development, logging, and infrastructure projects.

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What is the impact of urbanization on forests?

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Urbanization leads to habitat loss and fragmentation of forest ecosystems.

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What role do forests play in carbon sequestration?

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Forests absorb CO2 from the atmosphere, helping to mitigate climate change.

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What is sustainable forestry?

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A management approach that meets current needs without compromising future forest health.