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Causes of Deforestation
The destruction of the forests is occurring due to various reasons, one of the main reasons being the short term economic benefits. Given below are some more common causes of deforestation:
Used for Urban and Construction Purposes: The cutting down of trees for lumber that is used for building materials, furniture, and paper products. Forests are also cleared in order to accommodate expanding urban areas.
To Grow Crops: Forests are also cut down in order to clear land for growing crops.
To Create Grazing Land: Forests are cut down in order create land for grazing cattle.
Used for Fuel: Trees are cut down in developing countries to be used as firewood or turned into charcoal, which are used for cooking and heating purposes.
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