Question

what is deforestation​

Answer 1

Answer:

Deforestation refers to the decrease in forest areas across the world that are lost for other uses such as agricultural croplands, urbanization, or mining activities. Greatly accelerated by human activities since 1960, deforestation has been negatively affecting natural ecosystems, biodiversity, and the climate.

Answer 2

Answer:

The clearing of forests (by cutting down forest trees) over a wide area is called deforestation.