Amazon Rainforest Flashcards by Toby Unknown | Brainscape

Q

Reasons for deforestation ?

A

cattle ranching
logging
population growth
subsistence farming

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Problems caused by deforestation ?

A

flooding
landslides
loss of biodiversity
reduces photosynthesis

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Q

How much of the amazon rainforest is lost every minute ?

A

•150 acres

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