Question

differenciate between afforestation and deforestation

Explanation:

• Afforestation: It is the process of establishing a forest or stand of trees in an area where there was no forest previously. For example, planting trees in a barren land or a desert - like area to create a forest. It helps in increasing the forest cover, improving air quality, conserving soil, and providing habitats for wildlife.
• Deforestation: This is the clearing or removal of a forest or stand of trees from land that is then converted to a non - forest use. Common reasons include making space for agriculture (like clearing forests for crop fields or pastures), urbanization (building cities, roads, etc.), logging for timber, and mining. Deforestation leads to a decrease in forest cover, loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and contributes to climate change as trees absorb carbon dioxide.

Answer:

• Afforestation: Establishing forest in non - forested area.
• Deforestation: Removing forest for non - forest use.