BY5.8 - The effects of human activities and sustainability

Question 1

Define deforestation

Answer 1

The permanent removal of forest by human activity

Question 2

What are some of the problems caused by deforestation?

Answer 2

• Reduction in biodiversity
• Increased soil erosion
• Climate change
• Loss of beneficial plants (provide food, medical value etc.)
• Changes in local rainfall patterns

Question 3

Outline the method of coppicing

Answer 3

Trees are cut down to the trunk. Many trees can then regrow from the trunk

Question 4

Give an example of habitat destruction

Answer 4

Deforestation, wetland drainage, clearing of land for animal and plant crops etc.