Cutting down trees on a large scale is called? a)Deforestation b) Reforestation c) Afforestation d)None of these.

Answer: (a)

Explanation:

• Deforestation: Forest clearance is another term for deforestation. Deforestation can occur as a result of human motivation or natural occurrences such as increased fire frequency. As a result of deforestation, climate change, less crops, flooding, soil erosion, increasing greenhouse gas levels in the atmosphere, and challenges for indigenous people can occur
• Reforestation: Reforestation is defined as the replanting of exhausted plants to counteract the effects of deforestation. It is used to mitigate the consequences of deforestation and to improve human life quality
• Afforestation: Afforestation is the process of establishing a forest on human land by planting trees or sowing seeds. Plant and animal restoration for future generations. Soil erosion is prevented by afforestation, and climate change is stabilised