Factors affecting biodiversity Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What main factors affect biodiversity?
A
Deforestation, agriculture, and climate change
2
Q
What is deforestation?
A
Permanent removal of large areas of forest to provide wood for building + fuel, and create space for roads, building, + agriculture
3
Q
What is agriculture?
A
An increasing amount of land has to be farmed to feed the growing population
4
Q
What is climate change?
A
Release of CO2 + other pollutants into the atmosphere from burning fossil fuels is increasing global temps
