Question

List some major consequences of afforestation and deforestation

Answer 1

Explanation:

Consequences of deforestation

Changes in Soil: Loss of nutrients in the soil that are derived from breakdown of tree leaves. ...

Loss of biodiversity: Animals and plants that are unable to grow outside of a forest environment face extinction.

Climate change: Increased greenhouse gases (such as carbon dioxide) present in the air. ...

Impacts on humans:

Consequences of afforestation

However, the rapid growth and planting disturbance due to afforestation can have deleterious effects on soils and hydrology that undermine its benefits in some locations. The effects on hydrology include depletion of groundwater and reduced or complete elimination of surface water flow.