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Deforestation and Habitat Loss
This category deals with the causes and effects of changes in natural habitat. Examples would include questions about cutting down forests, plowing grasslands for agriculture, coral reef die-offs, and the natural process of succession.
2,589 Questions
What kind of livelihood is typical in coastal areas?
One typical livelihood for someone living in a coastal area is fishing. Boat rental and taking people out in a boat are other types of work for people living in coastal areas.
Give 5 slogans regarding protection of forests?
You only get one from me: Da, da, da, snub a lawyer Hug a tree, mug a sawyer
What is incongruity of affect?
Emotional responses which seem grossly out of tune with the situation or subject being discussed. (e.g. "My son just died, LOL.")
What advantage does a salt water organism have over a fresh water or terrestrial organism?
A salt water has an advantage over other organisms because the earth is made of more salt water then it is fresh water or land. This gives it more space to live and reproduce.
When is the cut down date for NBA Roster?
Why is this question in the deforestation forum? It should be in sports.
What is the most likely result of a forest fire that destroys 90 percent of the trees of a forest?
Many organisms that lived in the forest will not survive! By: Annette(:
What will happen to animals in Africa in 20 years if they continue doing habitat destruction?
they will tear up the heads of humans
What is involved in nephrectomy?
Nephrectomy may involve removing a small portion of the kidney or the entire organ and surrounding tissues. In partial nephrectomy, only the diseased or infected portion of the kidney is removed.
data logging can be used for: hospitals - heart monitor equipment racing cars - to check for pressures etc.. water companies - to check the water isn't polluted/toxic anyone got any more? hope it helped B)
When are trees felled and why?
Trees are felled because:
- people want the timber to make something of
- people want to do something else with the ground where the tree is growing or shading
- the tree gets sick or might damage something important if it would fall over.
When trees are felled depends on the situation. In places with real winters, it's justa about always better to fell them in winter as the wood is dryer then.
if felled while they're in their active growing phase the wood is moister had has to be dried before it can be used.
How much forest is left in the world?
Frontier forests are the world's remaining large intact natural forest ecosystems - undisturbed and large enough to maintain all of their biodiversity.
Original forest extent
Current forest cover
Remaining frontier forest
What has been the impact of the forest fires on Northern Israel in December 2010?
So far, 42 people have died from effects of the fire. Over 15,000 people have been displaced from their homes as of Thursday, December 2nd.
It has caused the state emergency expense to rent special aircraft and materials to put out the flames, though over 20 countries from around the world have offered aid.
What is disadvantage of using spatula made up of wood?
Wooden spatulas have a few disadvantages. Wood is much more porous, which makes them more difficult to clean after use, meaning that they are easier for bacteria to cling to. In addition, wood is prone to chipping and splintering, which makes it possible for bacteria to get deeper into the spatula and more likely to cause food borne illness.
No need unless you are going to lift them and overwinter indoors, if you need room cut the tops off..,
How does logging affect the rainforest?
hey there i like beans everyone jump in the air it affects the rainforest because animals will turn watermellons into monkeys
Why does deforestation increase the rate of organic matter decomposition?
This is because when deforestation occurs , the plants breaks down and over this period the plant may gradually develop decomposers such as mushrooms , thus increasing the organic matter in the soil .
