Asked by Joshua Rosentel on Jul 08, 2024
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What results from burning tropical forests?
A) increased biodiversity
B) more greenhouse gases added to the atmosphere
C) large areas of regenerated forests
D) increased ecological integrity
Tropical Forests
Forests located in the equatorial region characterized by high rainfall and biodiversity, often interchangeable with tropical rainforests but may include both rainforests and drier types.
Greenhouse Gases
Gases in Earth’s atmosphere that trap heat, contributing to global warming and climate change.
Biodiversity
The variety of life in all its forms and ecosystems, including genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity.
- Recognize the elements leading to the degradation of tropical rainforests and the methods for their conservation.
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Manshikha TanejaJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Burning tropical forests results in the release of large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and increasing global warming. This leads to negative impacts on the environment and human society, such as more extreme weather events, sea level rise, and destruction of habitats for wildlife.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the elements leading to the degradation of tropical rainforests and the methods for their conservation.