Which of the following is true of deforestation and farming the cleared land in the Amazon?

Answer 1

The practice damages biodiversty in one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth.

Deforestation increases pollution and toxic runoff from farming.

Timber and farming creates big profits for some people, so deforestation is hard to stop.

Answer 2

Deforestation in the Amazon leads to the loss of biodiversity, disruption of ecosystems, and contributes to climate change through the release of stored carbon. Farming the cleared land can provide economic opportunities but often leads to soil degradation, increased vulnerability to erosion, and loss of important ecosystem services. Sustainable land management practices, such as agroforestry and conservation agriculture, can help mitigate these negative impacts and promote long-term environmental and economic sustainability in the region.