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Deforestation impacts the environment through various causes and consequences that affect ecosystems and human life.
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Diagram of Deforestation Causes and Effects
The diagram shows four main causes of deforestation: timber extraction, agriculture, road and settlement construction, and mining. The effects include habitat loss, soil erosion, desertification, climate change, and reduced biodiversity.
| Causes | Effects |
|---|---|
| Timber extraction and logging | Loss of habitats |
| Subsistence and commercial agriculture | Soil erosion and desertification |
| Construction of roads and settlements | Climate change |
| Extraction of rocks and minerals | Reduction of biodiversity and genetic diversity |
- a[2]
Identify two causes of deforestation shown in the diagram.
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- b[4]
Discuss how deforestation leads to climate change and loss of biodiversity.
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