is the establishment of a forest in an area where there was no forest.
A
Afforestation
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B
Reforestation
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C
Planting
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Solution
The correct option is A Afforestation Afforestation is the establishment of a forest or stands of trees in an area where there was no forest. Reforestation is the reestablishment of forest cover, either naturally or artificially.