Question

Briefly explain the advantages and disadvantages of conversion of forest land into agricultural land.

Answer 1

Afforestation is the establishment of forests on lands that have been without forests for some amount of time, such as previously forested lands that were converted to range, and the establishment of forests on lands that have not been forested in the past. The term "afforestation" is most often used in conjunction with discussions of carbon sequestration, which is the process by which carbon dioxide is removed from the atmosphere. While afforestation can restore previously forested areas and help to remove carbon dioxide, it can have detrimental effects on species diversity and agriculture profits.

disadvantage :- If not properly managed, afforestation can result in a reduction of local biodiversity, the modification of particular biomes, the introduction of non-native and potentially invasive species, reduced stream flow, and lost revenue from agriculture. Native grasslands that are converted to forests may not contain the same habitat for local species, and ill-managed reforestation efforts may result in the production of a monoculture that lacks not only plant diversity but reduces the number of available habitat types for forest inhabitants.

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Answer 2

When there is a conversion of forest into Agricultural land, many animals lose their habitats, many endemic species die, and nature is disturbed. Also, the oxygen and carbon dioxide balance is disturbed

But, there is only one advantage, it leads to economic development.

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