GCSE Biology - Land Use - Deforestation & Peat Bogs #92

The video explores the environmental impacts of human land use, focusing on deforestation and peat bog destruction. Deforestation, often for agriculture and logging, increases atmospheric carbon dioxide and reduces biodiversity. Peat bogs, crucial for carbon storage, are being drained for agriculture, releasing stored carbon and harming biodiversity. Both practices contribute to global warming and species extinction.

What are the main reasons for deforestation mentioned in the text?

Explain the impact of deforestation on carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere.

What are the consequences of burning forests as a method of clearing them?

Describe the characteristics of peat bogs and their importance in carbon storage.

How does the destruction of peat bogs affect biodiversity?