Question

Forest destruction results in:

• A. Loss of wildlife
• B. Famine, flood and drought
• C. Soil erosion
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above

• Forest destruction or deforestation is the clearing of forests to meet the demands of the human population.
• The loss of habitat caused by deforestation results in the loss of wildlife.
• Deforestation leads to frequent floods and droughts. Over time, the soil loses its fertility and also its water holding capacity. A tree-covered area has a high water-holding capacity, which reduces the risk of flooding during heavy rains.
• Trees and their roots provide the soil with an anchor and shelter from the wind and rain. When forests are wiped out, the land becomes exposed, leaving it vulnerable to being washed or blown away by the elements resulting in soil erosion.

Thus, the correct answer is option D.