Question

Write five benefits of forests.

Answer 1

Forests:

1. Forests are areas characterised by the growth of a large number of trees.

Five benefits of forests.

1. They help in maintaining the oxygen levels in the atmosphere, which is crucial to sustain the lives of humans and other animals.
2. Forests help regulate the climate and also help in maintaining the oxygen-carbon dioxide balance.
3. The dense network of roots in the forests help in prevention of soil erosion, floods etc.
4. Forests are of great economic importance to humans. Products like timber, gum and resin, rubber, medicinal plants, fruits and vegetables are derived from forests.
5. Forests serve as a habitat to millions of plants and animals and are therefore crucial to sustain the extensive biodiversity of our planet.