Malaysian Tropical Rainforest Flashcards
1
Q
Where was the Malaysian Tropical Rainforest?
A
Malaysia, Asia
2
Q
What were the causes of deforestation in the Malaysian Tropical Rainforest?
A
-Their the largest exporter of palm oil
-To mine for ores
-To sustain population growth
3
Q
What were the effects of deforestation in the Malaysian Tropical Rainforest?
A
-Contribution to climate change
-Economic development (GDP has grown from $350 - $11,500)
-Soil erosion from heavy rainfall
-Malaysia lost 9% of its forests between 1990 - 2010
4
Q
Why have people deforested the Malaysian Tropical Rainforest?
A
-Economic gain (exporting timber)
-Agricultural produce farmed on clean land (palm, oil)
