Deforestation
Deforestation is the process of large-scale cutting or clearing of forests. Forests play a major role as they provide us with the oxygen, they absorb carbon dioxide, and protect other animals, besides maintaining the environment in harmony. Nevertheless, there is a growing destruction of many forests worldwide to provide agriculture, constructions, roads and industries. Deforestation is a big worldwide problem due to the impact it has on climate, wildlife, flora as well as human beings.
Importance of the topic:
The forests are referred to as the lungs of the Earth due to their benefits of cleaning the air. The removal of excessive number of trees makes the land weak, temperatures are elevated and most species are left without homes. Raising awareness on deforestation makes people comprehend why forests should be preserved.