| Despite
these great functions, forests are being cleared at a very fast rate as
a result of; construction of highways, dam construction, mining, commercial
logging, settlements, fire, pollution, and agriculture.
Effects of
destroying forests
Droughts, floods,
soil erosion, and desertification.
Changes in climate
leading to global warming.
Loss of plants and
animals (biodiversity).
Famine and poverty.
Loss of jobs.
Conflicts over fertile
lands.
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