Deforestation and Its Impact

The video discusses the significance of forests, which cover 30% of Earth's land and are home to diverse organisms. It highlights the threat of deforestation, where large areas of trees are destroyed for agriculture, construction, and other uses, leading to biodiversity loss and climate change. The video emphasizes the importance of reversing deforestation through practices like replanting trees, reducing meat consumption, and using recycled paper. It also stresses the role of legislation and education in protecting forests and encourages viewers to make informed choices to combat deforestation.

What percentage of Earth's land is covered by forests?

• 30%

• 40%

• 20%

• 10%

What is deforestation primarily caused by?

• Mining

• Urbanization

• Natural disasters

• Agricultural expansion

How much land is estimated to be deforested over a decade?

• 1,000,000 square miles

• 500,000 square miles

• 200,000 square miles

• 100,000 square miles

What is one major consequence of deforestation on biodiversity?

• Improved air quality

• Loss of habitat

• More rainfall

• Increase in species

How does deforestation contribute to climate change?

• By increasing oxygen levels

• By reducing carbon dioxide

• By cooling the Earth's surface

• By trapping heat in the atmosphere

What is clear cutting?

• Removing all trees and plants

• Building roads

• Planting new trees

• Selective logging

Which practice can help replace lost habitats due to deforestation?

• Clear cutting

• Replanting trees

• Mining

• Building dams

How can individuals help reduce deforestation?

• By ignoring the issue

• By buying recycled products

• By eating more meat

• By using more paper

What role do lawmakers play in protecting forests?

• They pass laws to protect forests

• They cut down trees

• They ignore deforestation

• They promote deforestation

Why is educating others about deforestation important?

• It increases deforestation

• It has no impact

• It helps stop further harm

• It makes people unhappy