Deforestation and land use, Maintaining ecosystems and Biodiversity Flashcards by Ali Moradi | Brainscape

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(DON’T NEED) Why does deforestation take place?

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Clear land for farming

- Grow crops (for biofuels)

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(DON’T NEED)What are the problems of deforestation?

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Less carbon dioxide taken in
More carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
Less biodiversity

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Why is destroying peat bogs a problem?

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Burning peat releases CO2
Exposing peat to microorganisms releases CO2 as the microorganisms break it down
Reduces biodiversity as it destroys habitats

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