Understanding Deforestation

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Deforestation

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The removal of trees and forests, often to clear land for agriculture or development.

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Main cause of deforestation

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Agriculture expansion

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Logging

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Cutting down trees for timber and paper products

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Urbanization

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Expansion of cities into forested areas

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Habitat loss

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Destruction of natural homes for plants and animals

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Climate change

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Deforestation increases carbon dioxide, contributing to global warming

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Soil erosion

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Loss of topsoil due to lack of tree roots holding it in place

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Biodiversity

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Variety of life in an area, reduced by deforestation

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Reforestation

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Planting trees to restore lost forests

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Sustainable forestry

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Managing forests to meet current needs without harming future generations