4.1 - Why Deforestation?
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What is deforestation?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when trees are cut for other uses.
Name one cause of deforestation during colonial times.
💡 Hint: Consider what colonizers wanted to grow.
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What is deforestation?
💡 Hint: It's the opposite of afforestation.
True or False: Deforestation has increased biodiversity.
💡 Hint: Think about how many species depend on forests.
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How can we mitigate the effects of deforestation in modern contexts, considering both communities and ecosystems?
💡 Hint: Think about solutions that help both nature and people.
Discuss how historical patterns of deforestation can inform current environmental policies.
💡 Hint: Reflect on lessons learned from colonial practices.
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