Question

multiple - choice question
what is deforestation?
creating new forests.
is when we cut down and reduce the number of plants that store co2.
rewatch

Explanation:

Deforestation refers to the act of cutting down trees. Trees play a crucial role in storing carbon dioxide (\(CO_2\)). When we cut them down, we reduce the number of these carbon - storing plants. Creating new forests is reforestation, not deforestation.

Answer:

is when we cut down and reduce the number of plants that store \(CO_2\).