Why was biodiversity threatened by deforestation?
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Correct answer: The natural habitats of many species were destroyed or reduced
Forests provide food, shelter and breeding sites for many plants, animals, birds and microorganisms. When forests are cleared, their natural habitats are reduced or destroyed, forcing species to migrate or making them vulnerable to extinction; therefore biodiversity declines. Option B is incorrect because deforestation usually reduces food and shelter. Exam tip: link habitat loss directly with loss of biodiversity.
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The natural habitats of many species were destroyed or reduced
Why is this the correct answer?
Forests provide food, shelter and breeding sites for many plants, animals, birds and microorganisms. When forests are cleared, their natural habitats are reduced or destroyed, forcing species to migrate or making them vulnerable to extinction; therefore biodiversity declines. Option B is incorrect because deforestation usually reduces food and shelter. Exam tip: link habitat loss directly with loss of biodiversity.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Forest Society and Colonialism. Topic: Why Deforestation?.
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