49.1.6. Deforestation and Urbanization

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is deforestation?

   Hint

   Think about trees and their role in the environment.

2. 2.

   Why does urbanization increase water logging?

   Hint

   Consider what happens to rain when it hits a road.

3. 3.

   What is one effect of deforestation on water retention?

   • Increase
   • Decrease
   • No effect

   Hint

   Think about the role of trees in water cycles.

4. 4.

   True or False: Urbanization leads to improved natural water absorption.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the materials used in road construction.

5. 5.

   Analyze the socio-economic impacts of water logging caused by urbanization in a specific city.

   Hint

   Look at the relationships between community planning and economic activities.

6. 6.

   Create a proposal for a community development project that includes a balance of urbanization and conservation.

   Hint

   How can you integrate nature with building homes?