Vocabulary
Savannas
first in any area that where trees cover more than 10% of the land
What portion of the world's original forests remains?
Based on various sources, approximately half of the world's original forest cover remains.
How might people use agriculture when using land?
people use land to grow crops and other resources on land
Desertification
the process where fertile land degrades into a desert-like state, losing its vegetation and becoming increasingly arid.
Closed-canopy forests
characterized by a dense, nearly continuous layer of tree branches and leaves that creates a roof-like cover over the forest floor.
What activities threaten global forests?
Several human activities threaten global forests. These include deforestation for agriculture, logging, mining, and infrastructure development.
What is deforestation?
Cleaning of forests for other land use
Corridors
a strip of habitat that connects larger areas of habitat, facilitating the movement of species and maintaining ecological processes.
Monoculture forestry
large plantation of single species, single use, and intensive cropping
What steps can be taken to preserve them?
Preserving forests requires a multi-faceted approach. Key steps include sustainable forest management practices, which involve harvesting timber in a way that ensures the long-term health and regeneration of forests.
How might overgrazing affect the soil?
1.soil erosion: removing vegetation 2.compaction: hooves of live stock impact the soil 3. Nutrient depletion: overgrazing removed plant biomass that would otherwise return the nutrients to the soil through decomposition
Deforestation
the clearing of trees from a large area of forest for other land uses, such as agriculture or urban development
Why is road construction a challenge to forest conservation?
Road construction is a significant challenge to forest conservation for several reasons. Roads directly lead to habitat fragmentation, dividing large, continuous forest areas into smaller, isolated patches.
What is zoning?
In environmental science, zoning refers to the practice of dividing land into different areas or zones based on their intended use and environmental characteristics.
Ecotourism
responsible travel areas where people can cross through without damaging environment
How could desertification affect the environment?
Loss of diversity, soil erosion, and reduced water availability.