ECOLOGY - Land Use Flashcards
1
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Peat Bogs and Peat Lands
A
Contain large amounts of dead plant materials. Conditions in the peat mean that decay is very slow so they contain a very large amount of trapped carbon
2
Q
Why Is Peat Used?
A
Peat is used to produce cheap compost for gardens and farms. In some countries peat is burned to release energy for example generate electricity
3
Q
What Is The Effect Of Destroying Peat Bogs and Peat Land?
A
It reduces the area of habitats which reduces the variety of animals, plants and microorganisms that live there. Reducing Biodiversity. Once peat has been extracted and used for compost it begins to decay releasing large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere
