Consequences of deforestation from "summary" of The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness, and Greed by John Vaillant
Deforestation is not just the act of cutting down trees. It is the unraveling of ecosystems that have evolved over centuries, a dismantling of intricate relationships that sustain life on Earth. The consequences of deforestation are far-reaching and devastating, affecting not only the environment but also the people and animals that depend on the forest for survival. When trees are felled on a massive scale, habitats are destroyed and biodiversity is lost. Species that once thrived in the forest are pushed to the brink of extinction, unable to adapt to their new surroundings. This loss of biodiversity has a ripple effect throughout the ecosystem, leading to imbalances that can have catastrophic consequences. Deforestation also contributes to climate change, as trees play a crucial role in absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. When forests are cleared, this carbon is released back into the air, adding to the greenhouse gases that are warming t...
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