Overview
Agricultural expansion is a significant driver of ecological change, often resulting in habitat destruction and biodiversity loss. As more land is converted for farming, ecosystems are disrupted, leading to soil degradation and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Understanding these impacts is cruci...
Key Terms
Example: Deforestation in the Amazon rainforest for cattle ranching.
Example: High biodiversity in tropical rainforests supports many species.
Example: Heavy rainfall can cause soil erosion in newly cleared fields.
Example: Planting trees alongside crops to improve soil health.
Example: Using organic fertilizers instead of chemical ones.
Example: Carbon dioxide and methane are significant greenhouse gases from agriculture.
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Key Concepts
deforestationbiodiversity losssoil erosionclimate change