ECOLOGY
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
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Question
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What are the two main reasons why deforestation happens?
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timber and mining
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food production and mining
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timber and food production
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mining and urbanization (build cities)
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The most common pressures causing deforestation and severe forest degradation are agriculture, unsustainable forest management, mining, infrastructure projects and increased fire incidence and intensity.
Detailed explanation-2: -The reasons for deforestation are as follows: Urbanization: This includes the construction of tall buildings, roads, dams, industries, etc. Agricultural practices: This includes the cutting of trees for growing crops for commercial purposes.
Detailed explanation-3: -The causes of deforestation may be:-Procuring land for cultivation.-Building houses and factories.-Natural causes such forest fires and draughts.
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