IMPACT OF UTTING TREES

Deforestation, commonly referred to as cutting down trees, has a major negative influence on
the environment, biodiversity, climate, and human welfare. These are some salient effects:

Decrease in Biodiversity: A wide variety of plant and animal species, many of which are peculiar
to certain ecosystems, can be found in forests. Cutting down trees increases the likelihood of
species extinction and reduces biodiversity by upsetting ecosystems and destroying habitats.

Climate Change: By taking up carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere through
photosynthesis, trees significantly contribute to the mitigation of climate change. Deforestation
increases greenhouse gas emissions and exacerbates climate change by releasing stored carbon
back into the atmosphere. Furthermore, through affecting temperature, humidity, and
precipitation patterns, trees contribute to the regulation of local and regional climates.

Erosion and Degradation of the Soil: The roots of trees serve to hold the soil together, reducing
erosion and preserving soil fertility. Removing trees from the land causes soil instability, which
increases nutrient loss, erosion, and lowers agricultural production. Additionally, deforestation
raises the danger of flooding and landslides, particularly in regions with steep terrain and high
rainfall frequency.