What is deforestation?
Deforestation and Agriculture: Causes and Effects

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Deforestation is the clearing or removal of forests or trees, often to make way for agricultural activities, urban development, or other land uses.
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What are some common causes of deforestation?
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Common causes include agriculture, logging, urbanization, and infrastructure development.
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How does deforestation affect local climates?
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Deforestation can lead to higher temperatures and altered rainfall patterns in local climates.
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What is the economic impact of forestry jobs?
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Approximately 1.6 billion people rely directly or indirectly on forestry jobs worldwide.
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What percentage of global deforestation is attributed to agriculture?
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80% of global deforestation is estimated to be due to agriculture.
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What happens to carbon stored in trees when they are cut down?
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When trees are cut down, the carbon stored in them is released into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.
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What is the relationship between agriculture and deforestation?
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Agriculture has a very large impact on forests, as it is a major driver of deforestation.
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