Write a report on afforestation within 100 words
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Afforestation is the process of planting trees in an area which was previously devoid of any tree cover with an intention to establish a forest or a stand of trees in that area. It may also be defined as an act of converting an open land or a non-forest land into a forest by planting trees or their seeds.
In the present scenario, afforestation has assumed a great significance and helps in maintaining the environmental biodiversity. Large-scale deforestation in our country for establishing large industries and power plants has adversely impacted the biodiversity and ecological balance of our environment.
There are numerous advantages of afforestation that one can think of. Some of them are:
Reduces air pollution.
Improves oxygen concentration in the environment.
Afforestation reduces soil erosion