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What are the consequences of deforestation?

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The consequences of deforestation are as follows:
(a) Deforestation reduces rainfall:
Due to deforestation, the level of carbon dioxide in the environment increases, which, in turn, increases the earth's temperature.
(b) Danger to wildlife:
Forests are the natural habitat of wildlife. Due to deforestation, natural habitats get destroyed and face extreme danger.
(c) temperature rise:
Due to the increased amount of carbon dioxide in the environment, the temperature of the earth increases.
(d) Increased soil erosion:
Soil gets exposed due to deforestation and loses its fertility.


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