Deforestation
Deforestation
Deforestation (/ˌdiːfɔːrˈsteɪʃən/), derived from the Latin words 'de' (meaning 'away from') and 'forestare' (meaning 'to create a forest'), is the process of removing or clearing forest or stand of trees where the land is thereafter converted to a non-forest use.
Deforestation can involve conversion of forest land to farms, ranches, or urban use. The most concentrated deforestation occurs in tropical rainforests. About 31% of Earth's land surface is covered by forests at present.
Causes of Deforestation
Deforestation happens for many reasons, such as logging, agriculture, urban sprawl, mining and infrastructure development. In many countries, deforestation, both naturally occurring and human-induced, is an ongoing issue.
Effects of Deforestation
Deforestation causes many environmental effects such as habitat loss, climate change, and soil erosion. It also has social impacts, particularly for indigenous communities that live in the forests.
Prevention and Solutions
Prevention and solutions to deforestation include enforcing laws on forest conservation, promoting sustainable forestry practices, and restoring degraded areas by reforestation.
See Also
- Afforestation
- Desertification
- Ecosystem
- Environmental degradation
- Forest management
- Sustainable development
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Deforestation
- Wikipedia's article - Deforestation
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