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Define Afforestation
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misbanabi284: afforestation means growing of more plants.It is opposite of deforestation

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Answered by samaptimohanty1
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Answer:

Afforestation means growing of trees in an area

Answered by jiyaverma59
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Answer:

Planting trees on an area of land in order to form a forest.

Explanation:

Definition of Afforestation

Afforestation is a method to establish a forest. It is a great way of making those lands greener which has been without forests for quite a time or none at all. It has a lot of benefits which can help both mankind and the environment.In other words, it can have a positive impact on the environment and also reduce levels of carbon dioxide. However, if we do not practice it correctly, it will harm the species diversity and agriculture profits.

Advantages of Afforestation

The afforestation of afforestation outweighs its disadvantages. Nonetheless, we must practice is effective to not face the disadvantages.

Disadvantages of Afforestation

While there are many advantages of afforestation, we also have various disadvantages. This practice needs to be managed properly. If we do not pay careful attention, we may lose our local biodiversity.Moreover, it will also modify certain biomes. Additionally, when we will introduce non-native and invasive species it can damage biodiversity. It also reduces the streamflow and various people lose their income from agriculture.

Similarly, the native grasslands which we convert to forests might not have a similar habitat for local species. Thus, it will result in a lack of plant diversity which will, in turn, decrease the number of accessible habitat types for forest dwellers.

Question

Which of the following is an advantage of afforestation?

A. Loss of local biodiversity

B. Reduced streamflow

C. Flood control

D. Economic loss

AnswerThe correct answer is option C. Afforestation helps in controlling the floods.

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