Topic Content:
- Reasons for Deforestation
- Felling of trees, Farming, Construction, etc.
DeforestationDeforestation, in simple terms, means the felling and clearing of forest cover or tree plantations to accommodate agricultural, industrial or urban use. More occurs because of a number of reasons, and they include;
1. Felling of Trees: The trunks of trees are used as timber which is used by man for domestic purposes, like construction, furniture, cooking, etc. The trees need to be cut for this purpose.
2. Farming: Farmers can clear land for farming activities by burning the vegetation on it.
You are viewing an excerpt of this Topic. Subscribe Now to get Full Access to ALL this Subject's Topics and Quizzes for this Term!
Click on the button "Subscribe Now" below for Full Access!
Subscribe Now
Note: If you have Already Subscribed and you are seeing this message, it means you are logged out. Please Log In using the Login Button Below to Carry on Studying!
Responses